Medical Lab Assistant - Molecular Biology, Next-Generation Sequencing and Immunohistochemistry
Medical Lab Assistant - Molecular Biology, Next-Generation Sequencing and Immunohistochemistry
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Job Description
Accountabilities:
- Registers patient information in computer as needed; accessions specimens; labels numbers and aliquots specimens as required for molecular testing
- Uses positive patient identification to ensure that all requisitions (electronic or paper) specimens sample aliquots portions or slides are traceable
- Applies specimen acceptance and rejection criteria as per established Laboratory policies
- Handles requests for pathology consults as they pertain to molecular testing requests from outside institutions
- Faxes reports according to protocol
- Prepares and ships samples to referral laboratories; includes documentation labelling and packaging in shipping containers at suitable conditions to maintain specimen integrity
- Proper storage and discarding of specimens in accordance with retention policies and biohazard waste protocols
- Assist with validation and verification of molecular protocols
- Performs temperature monitoring of refrigerators freezers incubators ovens water baths and ambient environment; change temperature charts
- Performs general laboratory housekeeping disinfects benches and equipment
- Proper biohazard medical and chemical waste containment packaging and storage for pick-up
- Receipt of inventory and applies acceptance criteria; records and reports unacceptability
- Enters new stock into ELIS inventory system
- Reports stock shortages or outdated products to senior
- Restock supplies on bench area as appropriate
Qualifications :
- Graduate of an accredited medical laboratory assistant (technician) training program
- Medical terminology an asset
- Histology experience an asset
- Strong multi-tasking critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Proven excellence working in team environment; strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and maintain high level of productivity competence and professionalism
- Proven ability to perform duties independently or as a team member with high degree of motivation
- Able to exercise independent judgment within scope of practice
- Previous experience with Meditech Paradigm and Microsoft Office programs including Excel
- Previous experience with send out procedures and handling requests from outside labs
- Must demonstrate Oslers Values of Respect Excellence Service Compassion Innovation and Collaboration
Additional Information :
Two (2) positions to fill
Hours: Currently Days/Evenings/Nights including weekends and statutory holidays (subject to change in accordance with operational requirements)
SALARY:
Minimum: $31.13 per hour
Maximum: $37.05 per hour
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
