Position Summary:

Reporting to the Charge Technologist, the incumbent performs routine laboratory BGS and/or TD and/or NAT testing. The technologist is required to follow relevant SOPs and COPs, maintain a clean and safe work environment and perform other laboratory duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receives, inspects, stores, prepares, and tests reagents, controls, and reagent kits.
• Performs test procedures and records results.
• Ensures all required documentation is accurate and complete.
• Responsible for the preparation, maintenance and verification of testing equipment.
• Reviews testing documents.
• Performs routine BGS and/or TD and/or NAT testing related quality control/assurance activities.
• Prepares all donor testing related non-conformance reports.
• Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities.
• Maintains technical competency and promotes continuous learning.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications: 

• A minimum of six (6) months previous laboratory experience in a related discipline preferred
• Diploma or degree in Medical Laboratory Technology  
• Certified general registered technologist with Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science and licensed practising member of Nova Scotia College of Medical Laboratory Technologists
• Experience with Transfusion Medicine / Red Cell Serology an asset
• Excellent communication skills
• Superior multi-tasking skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Detail-oriented and capable of working in a highly regulated environment
• Superior problem solving and decision making skills
• Ability to operate related equipment  including excellent MS Office skills
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the job

Classification: As per NSGEU collective agreement

We offer a competitive salary, and the opportunity to work with a group of dedicated professionals. Please send your cover letter and resume, quoting Competition NS09-036-CB, to human.resources.hal@blood.ca or alternately:

Canadian Blood Services
Human Resources
P.O. Box 2085
Halifax, N.S. B3J 3B7

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted.

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