Working together to provide outstanding integrated health care to our communities delivering best patient outcomes with exemplary standards and compassion, Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site organization that includes Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site.ROLEAs a Laboratory Technician, you are a vital member of the Laboratory Department performing duties such as:
Receive, identify, separate, record and distribute biological specimens for in house analysis or to a reference laboratory.
Perform venipuncture, capillary collection and ECG’s on in and out patients; Holter monitoring installation at the Almaguin Highlands Health Centre.
Separate, file, sort and distribute laboratory reports.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
Must be able to plan and organize workflow.
Documentation of procedures for statistical and billing purposes of the Laboratory.
Must be able to work independently and meet the physical demands required for venipuncture collection and ECG tracing (back mobility and reaching).
Performs testing procedures as required in other areas in the Laboratory such as Microbiology and Pathology
REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S)
Graduate of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant Program
Current Lab Assistant Certification with either the Medical Laboratory Professional’s Association of Ontario (MLPAO) or the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science(CSMLS) or willingness to obtain within a specified timeframe; or a regulated health professional with current registration, whose professional scope of practice includes blood collection and ECG performance (Example RN, RPN, MLT, Respiratory therapist)
REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S)
Laboratory training will occur on site
Previous working knowledge and experience in a computerized hospital laboratory in an acute care setting performing ECG, inpatient and outpatient blood collection and specimen reception.
Computer knowledge and usage.(i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel)
Require knowledge of instrumentation principles
Perform or call in appropriate personnel for maintenance of instrumentation
Knowledge of blood collection systems
DESIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE(S) & EDUCATION
1-2 years’ experience
Demonstrated experience working to Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician full scope of practice
ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC
Staff referral program (Earn up to $1000 for each successful Permanent Part Time and Permanent Full Time new hire you refer to MAHC)
Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
Collaborative and supportive team environment
WHY IS MAHC RIGHT FOR YOU?Imagine working in a place you love to visit on vacation! A career with MAHC lets you do just that. We are located in one of the top international tourist destinations in Canada; positioned just two (2) hours north of Toronto in beautiful cottage country surrounded by vibrant natural beauty, pristine lakes, majestic forests and rocky shorelines.Our communities are small in size but big in excitement; there are always local fundraisers, farmers markets, live events, pubs and locally owned stores to shop in. There are a variety of seasonal, year-round activities to keep you busy and fully embraced in the lifestyle that Muskoka has to offer from hiking, fishing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing, heading to Algonquin Park or Arrowhead Park for the day, running and cycling clubs, camping, sitting on a warm sunny patio downtown, or simply relaxing by the lake with your friends. Life here is good!LET US HELP YOU MAKE YOUR MOVE!Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare has launched the Housing for Healthcare initiative to help MAHC team members (both new recruits and existing staff) connect with housing options in our communities. For more information on this initiative click on this linkADDITIONAL INFORMATIONLocation(s): Multi-Site, working at both the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville.Department: LaboratoryHours of Work: Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements and as per the collective agreement.As a condition of employment, external hires are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.Our organization: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identity as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ.Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants need to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.HOW TO APPLYApplicants interested in becoming a part of an energetic, caring team in a fast-paced and rewarding environment can submit their cover letter and resume as either a PDF or Word document(s) to postings listed on mahc.ca by 11:59pm on the listed closing date.We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on the skill, ability, experience and qualifications. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview or other applicable testing where required.Required SkillsRequired Experience