General Duty Cytogenetic Technologist

Job title: General Duty Cytogenetic Technologist

Job description: Requisition ID: 322248

Position Number: 20092454

Posting End Date: September 23, 2022

City: Winnipeg

Site: Shared Health

Work Location: Health Sciences Centre

Department / Unit: HSC Genomics

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MAHCP HSC DSM

Anticipated Start Date: 10/31/2022

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days;Weekends

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Salary: $32.669, $33.646, $34.658, $35.696, $36.769, $37.864

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centred clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Charge or delegate, the General Duty Cytogenetic Technologist is responsible for clinical analysis and reporting on patient samples according to established protocols in the Cytogenetics lab. The General Duty Cytogenetic Technologist is also responsible for assisting in Cytogenetics lab projects such as SOPs, chemical inventories, etc.

If the incumbent is a graduate of a Genetics Technology program or is otherwise qualified to work in the Molecular lab then the Genomics Discipline Team and Shared Health Diagnostic Services Operations will determine if a rotation into the Molecular lab is needed and the nature and extent of that rotation. While in the Molecular lab the incumbent is responsible for clinical analysis and reporting on patient samples according to established protocols in the Molecular lab. The incumbent is also responsible for assisting in Molecular lab projects such as SOPs, chemical inventories, etc.

The incumbent will maintain a safe environment in accordance with professional and provincial guidelines and ensure compliance with quality assurance programs and maintain standards put forth by Accreditation. Functions are conducted in accordance with the Mission and Values of Shared Health, current policies, procedures and applicable legislation.

Experience

• Previous related experience preferred

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Genetics Technology program or
• Graduate of an approved Cytogenetics laboratory training program or
• A Bachelor of Science or equivalent program that includes lecture courses and laboratory courses in cytogenetics with work experience involving human related testing. Preference will be given to candidates with a Masters or post-graduate work directly related to cytogenetics. Successful completion of the CSMLS Prior Learning Assessment process is a requirement for this qualification.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current licensing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Manitoba (CMLTM) required
• Current registration with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) preferred

Qualifications and Skills

• Windows computer environment required
• Microsoft Office programs preferred
• Follow oral and written instructions precisely with attention to detail
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills required in English
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team member
• Proficient analytical skills
• Work under pressure
• Maintains confidentiality with all information entrusted to the position
• Fluent language skills (written and oral) in both French and English may be required
• Ability to perform duties as described

Physical Requirements

• Mental and physical health necessary to meet the demands of the job required

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should select the “Apply” icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

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