JOB PURPOSE
The Genetics Technologist 3 is responsible for performing routine and specialized cytogenetic and molecular genetic clinical and technical work. This position may include supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an approved program of Clinical Genetics (Cytogenetics and Molecular Genetics) or equivalent certification.
- Certified by, and registered or eligible for registration with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS)
- Eligible for membership, or member (in good standing) with the New Brunswick Society of Medical Laboratory Technologists (NBSMLT)
- Three years of experience in Genetics laboratory setting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Genetics Technologist 3 is responsible for:
- Performing routine and specialized procedures and/or supervising this work as required by the role.
- Ongoing evaluation, development, validation and implementation of new and or revised methodologies.
- Provide support for staff in improving safety, quality, productivity and customer service.
- Coordinate the training and competency program for staff, reviewing technical performance, completion and documentation of requirements.
- Monitoring quality and leading preventative and corrective action in troubleshooting major and minor analytical issues.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, divisional SOPs and accreditation requirements.
- Perform inventory control. Ensuring sufficient stock levels of reagents and consumables.
Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon's Terms of Employment: http://skyline/EmploymentBenefits/Pages/Terms-of-your-Employment-.aspx
COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY THE CANADIAN SOCIETY FOR MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE 2006 :
- Safe Work Practices
- Data and Specimen Collection and Handling
- Specimen Preparation and Pre-analytic Processing
- Equipment, Instruments and Reagents
- Analysis
- Recording and Reporting
- Quality Management
- Professional Responsibilities
COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK:
- Commitment and Engagement
- Coaching and Developing Others
- Focus on Performance
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
Interested? Apply Today?
Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.
About Horizon's Recruitment Process
We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.
Diversity Statement
Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.