Medical Laboratory Technologist Microbiology

Accountabilities:

• Performs and provides microscopic interpretation of gram stains TB stains and other differentiating stains
• Operation and maintenance of the microbiology analyzers and equipment
• Identifies interprets and reports significant findings from infection control surveillance swabs and clinical specimens
• Knowledge and/or experience of blood cultures rapid diagnostic kits and PCR
• Report significant findings and reportable diseases to the appropriate health care providers (e.g. physician infection control practitioners public health unit etc.)
• Validation of inventory supplies and new products
• Recognition isolation and identification of significant organisms;  performs sensitivity testing
• Disposes of biohazard waste according to protocols
• Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications :

• Medical Laboratory Technologist with CSMLS certification
• Minimum two years recent experience in a hospital microbiology setting
• Current registration with CMLTO in good standing
• Ability to recognize microorganisms using colonial and cellular morphology (gram stains)
• Distinguish colours and recognize smells pertinent to organism identification
• Familiar with serological and biochemical reactions that aid in identification of microorganisms
• Working knowledge of specimen set-up protocols and processing in microbiology
• Must be authorized to practice in the CMLTO specialty microbiology
• Strong multi-tasking critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Proven ability to be a team player; strong interpersonal skills
• Must demonstrate Oslers Values of Respect Excellence Service Compassion Innovation and Collaboration
• Excellent attendance punctuality and work ethic
• May be required to travel between and work at all Osler sites

Additional Information :

Hours: Days/Evenings/Nights including weekends and statutory holidays (Saturdays to Wednesdays)
(subject to change in accordance with operational requirements)

SALARY:
Minimum: $36.85 per hour
Maximum: $50.27 per hour

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time