Laboratory Technologist – Laboratory Services – Whitehorse General Hospital (#LABOR001662)

Requisition #LABOR001662 (PSAC Bargaining Unit)

Regular Full-Time – (1.0 FTE) – Anticipatory Position

This position is at the L08 level with an hourly pay range of $41.30 – $52.25

Are you looking to be part of an exceptional and passionate health care team in one of Canada’s most spectacular natural environments with vast and stunning wilderness at your doorstep? 

Yukon Hospitals strives to cultivate an environment of passionate and engaged people with a culture that values growth, work/life balance, and wellness in helping all our people reach optimal ability. Our organization is an integrated system of hospitals: Whitehorse General Hospital (58 beds), Watson Lake Community Hospital (6 beds) and Dawson City Community Hospital (6 beds).

Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, the position provides diagnostic testing for physicians and other health care providers without immediate support or consultation of an on-site pathologist. The medical laboratory technologist performs a variety of routine and specialized procedures in the processing of specimens for analysis used in diagnosis and treatment. This position is responsible for daily processing, testing, resulting and reporting of diagnostic samples within the laboratory; maintaining an on-going quality control program in order to ensure the accuracy and quality of the test results; keeping accurate records of all procedures; maintaining and troubleshooting a variety of laboratory instruments.

Knowledge and skills required:

  • Knowledge of medical laboratory principles, theories, procedures, methods, techniques and practices;
  • Knowledge and ability to maintain a wide variety of complex laboratory equipment with and without the aid of service personnel;
  • Ability to perform routine and special analysis/procedures including phlebotomy;
  • Ability to maintain records and prepare comprehensive and concise reports;
  • Ability to maintain patient confidentiality;
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Professionalism, thoroughness, punctuality, reliability and tact;
  • Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision;
  • Ability to deal with interruptions, distractions, time pressures, concurrent demands and client pressures;
  • Ability to work in a team environment and foster team dynamics;
  • Commitment to professional development and continuing education;
  • Cross-cultural awareness; and,
  • Ability to work in a computerized environment.

Candidates must be certified as a Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist in Canada and be a member in good standing with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS).  Recent experience working in an accredited Medical Laboratory and a valid class 5 driver’s license are also required for this position.  This position will be expected to work all shifts and perform on-call duties as required. A degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field would be considered an asset for this position.

Incentives

  • Yukon Bonus
  • Relocation Allowance
  • On-site Gym
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Generous Vacation Time
  • Pension Plan
  • Free Parking

TO APPLY: Visit our website and apply by 4:00pm October 2, 2024

For more information, contact recruitment at 867-393-8675/9000 ext. 8347

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Indigenous Workforce Initiative – We are committed to having a workforce that reflects the community we serve.  When you apply for a job, you can choose to identify as Indigenous in your application.  Please do so in whatever manner you feel accurately reflects who you are.   Yukon Hospitals’ Indigenous Engagement Advisor will then contact you to offer support with your application, share information about training or mentorships, and answer any questions you may have.  All self-identification information will remain confidential.

You can get support before or after applying for a job by contacting IWI@yukonhospitals.ca or calling 867-332-7203.

Yukon Hospital Corporation is committed to employment equity.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Unfortunately, at this time, we are unable to consider resumes from International applicants. Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada in order to apply, i.e. have Landed Immigrant Status, Work Visa, or be a Canadian Citizen.