Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) (OPSEU), Histology - Part Time (Job Share)

IntroductionOak Valley Health, a leading community healthcare organization in Ontario, serves patients through Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and the Reactivation Care Centre. With a patient-centered approach, Oak Valley Health provides high-quality care to over 437,000 individuals annually. Services encompass diagnostics, emergencies, acute care medicine, surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s programs.Requisition Number: JR101083 OverviewPlease Note: If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application.Who you are: You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion, and courage.You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard.You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking, and prioritization skills.Work Schedule: The successful candidate must be available to work Monday to Friday 7.5 hour shifts. This position is a job share role - start times 5:00am, 6:30am, 7:00am, 7:30am, 8:00am. Please note schedules may change based on operational needs.Compensation: OPSEU07 Range: $36.84 - $50.24Closing Date: September 18, 2024ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will work in the Histology department with proven ability to work in the Immunohistochemistry area across multiple equipment platforms.RequirementsMember of the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario.Minimum two years recent histology experience required.Well developed technical skills in Histology including: embedding, microtomy, frozen section, and special stains required.Proven ability to microscopically assess renal biopsies for adequacy is an asset.Technical training, skill, and experience operating automated IHC/ISH platforms required.Ability to select the appropriate control materials for IHC/ISH and special stains required.Well developed skills to microscopically assess IHC control sections for quality assurance purposes required.Experience with a Laboratory Information System required: Meditech experience an asset.Experience with a pathology specimen Tracking system required.Proven ability to work independently.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Proven ability to work well within a team.Strong customer service focus and job commitment.Demonstrates a positive and professional outlook in a rapidly changing environment.Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards.Demonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices.COVID Statement:As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required).Oak Valley Health diversity statement:Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly, and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. #J-18808-Ljbffr