Chief Technologist - CPL

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority View all jobs

  • Winnipeg, MB
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 5 days ago
Requisition ID: 400461Position Number: 21002361Posting End Date: April 16, 2026City: WinnipegEmployer: Shared HealthSite: Shared Health - Cadham Provincial LaboratoryDepartment / Unit: SH Technical Support CPLJob Stream: Non-ClinicalUnion: MAHCPAnticipated Start Date: 06/30/2026FTE: 1.00Anticipated Shift: Days;OtherWork Arrangement: In PersonDaily Hours Worked: 8.00Annual Base Hours: 2080Salary: $49.685, $51.994, $54.369, $56.895, $59.648, $62.499Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered 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 OverviewCadham Provincial Laboratory (CPL) is responsible for the coordinated delivery of public health laboratory testing services. Reporting to the Executive Director, the incumbent is the Chief Technologist responsible for the administration and technical supervision of one of the five (5) specialized Laboratory Sections of CPL, which includes a varying number of subsections within the specified area.Experience
  • Minimum 5 years recent extensive work experience in specialized public health laboratory medicine with a focus on their designated department is required.
  • Extensive discipline-related experience in advanced techniques and in specific duties required or training and experience sufficient to perform these duties.
  • Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience and/or administrative experience is required.
  • Laboratory Information System experience is required.
  • Labware LIMS LIS experience is desired.
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
  • Graduate of an approved Medical Laboratory Technology program is required. Successful completion of the CMLTM. Prior Learning Assessment process for a discipline specialty, as deemed by the Employer, may also be considered.
  • Courses related to supervision, communication, and administration/personnel policies/practices, to ensure effective and efficient provision of services desired.
  • B.Sc. in a related field is desired.
Certification/Licensure/Registration
  • Current licensure or eligible for licensure with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Manitoba (CMLTM) required.
  • Current membership with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Sciences (CSMLS) considered an asset.
Qualifications and Skills
  • Thorough, current knowledge of the technical and theoretical aspects of the subsections within the area is required.
  • Knowledge and understanding of troubleshooting of equipment and testing procedures is required.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Workplace Health and Safety requirements.
  • Knowledge and understanding of privacy regulations are required.
  • Knowledge and understanding of quality management and quality improvement are required.
  • Knowledge and understanding of CAP laboratory accreditation requirements is required.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the functions of a public health laboratory is required.
  • Computer experience using Microsoft Office essential (e.g. Word, Outlook, Excel) is required.
  • Strong problem-solving ability and analytical skills are required.
  • Ability to apply technical knowledge to interpretation of results, troubleshooting and assessing of methods.
  • Leadership skills to coordinate workflow, supervise and promote teamwork.
  • Ability to work both independently and as a team member.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions precisely with attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, are required to handle professionally all lab communications and interactions with other health care professionals at various levels from both within and outside of the facility.
  • Ability to adapt to continually changing work environment is required.
  • Ability to meet multiple deadlines/priorities and handle pressure to ensure a high degree of accuracy and efficiency is required.
  • Ability to prepare reports and lectures is required.
  • Excellent managerial/administrative skills is required.
  • Ability to perform duties as described.
Physical Requirements
  • Working shifts, weekends, and holidays may be required.
  • Participating in standby and callback duty may be required.
  • Exposure to all hazards and dangers if incumbent is working in a laboratory. For more definitive information, refer to the Job Hazard Analysis Assessment of this position within the specific laboratory.
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.Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

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