Michener Institute Certificate, or equivalent as a Laboratory Assistant, or Career Canada Certificate, or OSMT.
Preferred 6 months of experience in bacteriology with knowledge of media and different incubation times for set up in fully automated microbiology lab.
Preferred knowledge of setting up Maldi, Kirby Bauer and AST using instruments like Bruker and Phoenix.
Demonstrated problem recognition and problem solving-skills.
Demonstrated good organizational skills, ability to organize work and set priorities
Ability work independently or as a team member in a fast- paced environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written
Demonstrates values consistent with hospital Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation
Utilize protective equipment provided and identify and reports hazards
Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community.
Excellent work performance and attendance
Asset:
Ability to speak another language
This opportunity is posted to support the recruitment of an existing vacant position.
Accommodation and Diversity Statement:
Shared Hospital Laboratory (SHL) embraces and celebrates our community's unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHL is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.
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Benefits
Health insuranceEquity / stock options
Additional Information
Job Number: JR104506
Job Title: Laboratory Assistant, Shared Hospital Laboratory
Job Category: Shared Labs
Hospital Location: Shared Labs
Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term), Part time
Contract Duration: 8 months
Number of Positions: 1
Union: SHL
Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $30.49 - $35.15
Hours: Days, Afternoons, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays
Shared Hospital Laboratory Inc. (SHL) is an independent corporation owned and operated by Scarborough Health Network, North York General Hospital, Michael Garron Hospital and Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. SHL provides high quality, efficient, advanced microbiology services. SHL has proven to be one of the most successful and sustainable models of laboratory collaboration in Ontario. SHL has a Board approved strategic plan focused on growth through optimizing/expanding clinical scope, fostering new partnerships, and advancing technology/infrastructure to ensure long-term sustainability.
Job Description:
Position Overview:
Reporting to the Operations Manager of Microbiology Department in Shared Hospital Laboratory, you will be responsible for performing duties in the specimen receiving area. This will include planting all specimens to appropriate media and answering results request. As well, you will assist the Senior Technologist and Operations Manager with general duties in the Microbiology department.
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