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We currently have a Regular Full-time opportunity for a Charge Technologist in the Molecular Diagnostics department at our Bayview campus.
Hours of Work:
Days; 8hrs; On-call Required; As per schedule
Summary of Duties
The Charge Technologist:
leads the coordination of activities across multiple areas to facilitate a smooth, integrated, and efficient workflow
works with the Manager, Supervisor, Medical/Scientific leads, QAO, and Technical Team, to actively promote and achieve the goals and objectives for Molecular Diagnostics
participates in establishing new policies, processes and procedures
cooperates with other lab divisions and/or individuals within and external to the hospital to
achieve common objectives and maintain a positive image of the laboratory and hospital
oversees the technical activities/projects of Molecular Diagnostics, providing expert technical input
creates/reviews protocols for test validation and implementation in Molecular Diagnostics
works closely with the Medical, Scientific and Technical staff to evaluate new technologies, equipment and methodologies in Molecular Diagnostics
works in collaboration with the Supervisor to develop and oversee shift rotation schedules for Molecular Diagnostics
oversees the orientation and training of staff in collaboration with the Senior and Supervisor
assists the Manager/Supervisor to with performance gaps
promotes a positive working climate to foster the development of team spirit and high morale
coordinates teaching programs and rotations for new employees, medical technologists and students within areas of responsibility in conjunction with the Supervisor and /or Manager
participates in the preparation and delivery of in-service education
other duties and responsibilities as required
Qualifications/Skills
MLT with training and advanced expertise in Molecular Diagnostics + minimum of five (5) years of
experience in an academic health science centre – required
undergraduate degree (3 yr minimum) - preferred
current licensing with CMLTO in Molecular Genetics (in good standing) – required
effective communication skills (written and verbal)
excellent problem recognition and solving skills
sound judgment and critical thinking
excellent computer skills
proven ability to work in a dynamic, busy environment with excellent time management and
organization skills (excellent prioritization skills)
proven ability to work as a team member or team leader
proven ability to work independently
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their cover letter and resume (in one document) quoting 223850 to:
Human Resources
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Sunnybrook, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days ago. Medical exemptions or any other kind of requested exemption based upon the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Hours of Work:
Days; 8hrs; On-call Required; As per schedule
Summary of Duties
The Charge Technologist:
leads the coordination of activities across multiple areas to facilitate a smooth, integrated, and efficient workflow
works with the Manager, Supervisor, Medical/Scientific leads, QAO, and Technical Team, to actively promote and achieve the goals and objectives for Molecular Diagnostics
participates in establishing new policies, processes and procedures
cooperates with other lab divisions and/or individuals within and external to the hospital to
achieve common objectives and maintain a positive image of the laboratory and hospital
oversees the technical activities/projects of Molecular Diagnostics, providing expert technical input
creates/reviews protocols for test validation and implementation in Molecular Diagnostics
works closely with the Medical, Scientific and Technical staff to evaluate new technologies, equipment and methodologies in Molecular Diagnostics
works in collaboration with the Supervisor to develop and oversee shift rotation schedules for Molecular Diagnostics
oversees the orientation and training of staff in collaboration with the Senior and Supervisor
assists the Manager/Supervisor to with performance gaps
promotes a positive working climate to foster the development of team spirit and high morale
coordinates teaching programs and rotations for new employees, medical technologists and students within areas of responsibility in conjunction with the Supervisor and /or Manager
participates in the preparation and delivery of in-service education
other duties and responsibilities as required
Qualifications/Skills
MLT with training and advanced expertise in Molecular Diagnostics + minimum of five (5) years of
experience in an academic health science centre – required
undergraduate degree (3 yr minimum) - preferred
current licensing with CMLTO in Molecular Genetics (in good standing) – required
effective communication skills (written and verbal)
excellent problem recognition and solving skills
sound judgment and critical thinking
excellent computer skills
proven ability to work in a dynamic, busy environment with excellent time management and
organization skills (excellent prioritization skills)
proven ability to work as a team member or team leader
proven ability to work independently
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their cover letter and resume (in one document) quoting 223850 to:
Human Resources
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Sunnybrook, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days ago. Medical exemptions or any other kind of requested exemption based upon the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
