DEPARTMENT: Laboratory - Administration

ANTICIPATED START DATE: 21 Sep 2025

BARGAINING UNIT: Management and Non-Bargaining

JOB TYPE: Permanent full-time

SCHEDULE: Day, Other, 8 and 12-hour shifts. Work schedule may be changed to meet operational needs.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Bilingual essential

NOTE: Applicants must attach a resume to their application.

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Senior Manager, the incumbent assists in planning, organizing and supervising administrative operations related to laboratory services and replaces the senior manager in their absence to ensure continuity of operations. In this regard, considerable discretion is granted to exercise one's own judgment and take the measures necessary for the proper functioning of the department. The primary place of work is the zone's regional facility, where the incumbent provides day-to-day support for the manager's activities. However, travel to other facilities in the zone is required to support local activities.

In conjunction with the manager or director, this person ensures the quality of services provided to patients in compliance with laws, regulations, standards of practice and excellence, while respecting Vitalité Health Network policies and procedures. In addition, they plan activities based on the priority objectives of the Network's strategic plan, as well as projects linked to the optimization of laboratory services. In this role, the incumbent is responsible for budget management, purchasing products, equipment and supplies, human resources management, managing various projects, risk management and implementing the quality program (in collaboration with the regional quality team). Regular trips to community facilities are also necessary to address needs.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of a recognized school of medical laboratory technology or hold a Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS) or another discipline related to health administration;
• Any other combination of relevant training and experience deemed equivalent;
• A minimum of three years' relevant experience supervising or managing staff, with a strong aptitude for coaching;
• Minimum of five years' experience in the health care field;
• A combination of training and experience deemed equivalent may be considered;
• Have a good knowledge of computer tools and office software, and be able to use them (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet);
• Strong management skills, including planning, program development and evaluation, conflict resolution, human, financial and material resources management, and problem-solving and analysis;
• Ability to use evidence-based data in decision-making;
• Ability to form productive partnerships, recognize collaborators and motivate teams;
• Commitment, adherence to changes and ability to manage them with a positive attitude;
• Strong sense of responsibility and ability to delegate duties and responsibilities;
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize assigned tasks;
• Excellent coaching skills;
• Participatory leadership style that focuses on clients and outcomes and inspires commitment, respect, compassion and equity;
• Interpersonal skills that foster a welcoming climate, client care and effective communication;
• Familiarity with and adherence to the policies and procedures of the department and the Network;

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Physical ability to perform the assigned work;
• Good work history (performance and attendance);
• Adherence to professional ethical principles, the Network's management philosophy, and organizational values;
• Compliance with the rules of confidentiality set by Vitalité Health Network.

NOTE:

1. Position to be reviewed by the Part III Classification Committee.

• The above requirements may be verified through oral, written or practical tests during the selection process.
• Should there be no fully qualified applicants, this position will not necessarily be reposted. If you wish to be considered for this position and meet most of the requirements, you are encouraged to apply at this time.
• The employer reserves the right to shorten or extend temporary assignments for operational reasons.
• We thank all applicants. However, only those selected will be contacted.