Medical Laboratory Technology jobs in New Brunswick

Your role is important:

This is clinical and technical work, in cytology, providing laboratory services for the analysis of cellular changes that can determine the presence of specific diseases, mostly using slides under a microscope. Pre-cancerous cells, different cancers and other cellular based infections may be detected. Abnormal findings are verified by a pathologist for final diagnosis. Sample integrity is ensured by adhering to the standards, policies and procedures established.

Your main responsibilities :

• Performing accurate and timely evaluation and interpretation of conventional and liquid based specimens, both gynecological and non-gynecological.

• Participating in the Quality Control of negative PAP test read by other cytotechnologists.

• Recording in LIS the slide interpretation results of each case examined or reviewed.

• Recording on document PAL-CY-1130F/##, “Cytotechnologists Work Volume and Screening Hours Form” for each 24-hour period, the total number of slides examined or reviewed in all laboratories, and the number of hours spent examining slides.

• Validate negative PAP test in the LIS.

• Assisting in the development of operating procedures (including validation);

• Validation and reporting of test results including notification when immediate attention is required;

• Performing of quality control, quality assurance and quality improvement activities;

• May be required to provide guidance, training and orientation to other cytotechnologists or MLA for Cytology procedures;

• Ensure confidentiality of patient's records;

• Participate as a team member encouraging co-operation, communication and harmonious relationships between co-workers within the section and with other sections;

• Clean and maintain instruments and equipment within the scope of knowledge;

• Participate in the effective and efficient utilisation of reagents, chemicals and instruments;

• Maintain a clean, neat, clutter-free work area;

• Report any problems with the equipment, instruments, or reagents to the section Chief Technologist or Laboratory Manager;

Important to know :

• Workplace : PathAssistant Laboratory : 500 St. George St, Moncton, NB E1C 1Y3, Canada;

• Cases paid per act: maximum 80 - 100 cases per week.

Requirements :

• Diploma Technologists (NBSMLT);
• Ffrom a recognized (and accredited) program for cytotechnologists;
• Member in good standing with the New Brunswick Society of Medical Laboratory or Quebec Cytotechnologists: licensed and in good standing with the Quebec Society of Cytotechnologists; • Previous experience (minimum 2 years) in a cytology laboratory;
• Ability to navigate Microsoft Office software;
• Analytical thinking skills;
• Initiative and sound Knowledge of and compliance with laboratory safety principles;Ability to work independently and as a team member;Physical ability to perform assigned duties;
• Good previous work history (performance and attendance);
• Adherence

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Freelance

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Work Location: In person