Microbiology Technologist - 212981
Microbiology Technologist - 212981
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Job Description
In accordance with the Vision Purpose and Values and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
The Department of Laboratory Medicine Pathology and Medical Genetics (LMPMG) is committed to enhancing patient care through the provision of consistently high quality laboratory services.
Reporting to the Supervisor or delegate the Microbiology Technologist performs established microbiology laboratory procedures including analysing to detect and identify bacteria and clinically significant organisms.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Training And Experience
Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) certification as a Medical Laboratory Technologist.
Graduation from a recognized diploma program in Medical Laboratory Technology.
Completion of microbiology related courses within the last two years or one 1 year recent related experience within the last six years in the microbiology section of the laboratory or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
Skills And Abilities
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and deal effectively with patients/residents families staff physicians research staff and other health care providers.
- Demonstrated current knowledge of microbiology laboratory testing techniques methods and procedures.
- Knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures related to laboratory technology.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated conflict resolution critical thinking and problemsolving skills;
- Ability to work independently prioritize issues and workload and complete assigned work.
- Ability to operate related equipment including computerized information systems.
- Demonstrated ability to demonstrate procedures to other employees and students.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Requirements
Employment Type
Full-Time
