Cytotechnologist

POSITION TITLE: Medical Laboratory Technologist (Cytotechnologist)

INTERNAL CLOSING DATE: Wednesday, March 12, 2025

LOCATIONS: King Edward, 100-830 King Edward Street

CLASSIFICATION: Casual

DEPARTMENT: Cytology

COMPENSATION: As per Collective Agreement

Job Summary: As a General Duty Technologist, you will be responsible for the performance and release of various laboratory tests following set processes and procedures, all in keeping with Dynacare’s mission and values.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs a variety of routine laboratory procedures to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Process Cytology specimens
• Performs all routine procedures, such as specimen preparation, verify patient demographic, screening of cytology slides, maintenance of cytology equipment, set up of cytology procedures.
• Maintain accurate records for all test and control results.
• Performs routine equipment maintenance and calibrations.
• Maintains confidentiality and accuracy of appropriate documents.
• Required to observe all safety precautions in the performance of all duties.
• Other duties as required.

SKILLED KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge:

• Medical Laboratory Technologist registered in good standing with CSMLS & CMLTM.

Technical

Skills:

• Knowledge of Quality Control documentation and procedures.
• Knowledge of cytology specimen processing.

Social Processing

Skills:

• Ability to multitask and work in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills.

*** Please refer to Article 2 and 7 of the Collective Agreement regarding temporary positions, job postings, promotions and transfers***