Laboratory Assistant, Shared Hospital Laboratory

Laboratory Assistant, Shared Hospital Laboratory page is loaded## Laboratory Assistant, Shared Hospital Laboratorylocations: Shared Hospital Laboratorytime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR104506Job 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. Requirements: • 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*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.**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 for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.**We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.**Learn more about our exciting opportunities by following SHNCareers on* *,* *, and* *.*locations: Shared Hospital Laboratorytime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agotraining and career advancement programs designed to provide hands-on experience to fast-track certifications and placements in different care units.We are a culture that empowers and inspires. This means everyone feels welcomed, respected, supported and valued and able to fully participate in the workplace. We are doing this through by creating awareness, providing education resources, empowering staff-led , and providing growth and career opportunities. We are proud to offer mentorship programs to encourage collaboration and to support international employees, and our We are always in search of individuals with unique strengths to enhance the world-class care we provide to our patients within a welcoming environment. Experience why we continue to be a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer and an affiliated teaching hospital of the University of Toronto. We are proud to offer our staff comprehensive perks, including:* Defined Benefit pension plan through the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan* Comprehensive insured benefits package including health and dental benefits* Employee Discount and Incentive Programs* Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), along with other comprehensive wellness offerings, including our Spiritual Care team of registered psychotherapists for spiritual, religious or emotional care; mental health supports; and on-site wellness rounding* Recognition events* Leadership Development and Learning Programs* Tuition Assistance Program
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