Job Description

DescriptionPosition at DynacareJob Posting: Certifying Technician-NegativeWhere YOU work, makes a difference.Life is precious and every moment matters. Dynacare is helping Canadians achieve a healthy future with care and wellness solutions that are convenient, understandable, and accessible. When you join our team, every day is an opportunity to get better and be inspired. It's an environment where you can grow your career in any direction you choose. We're evolving our technology and optimizing our processes, so you can do your best work, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.Are YOU our next Certifying Technician-Negative?Dynacare is looking for a Negative Certifying Technician for the Forensic Toxicology Department within the Edmonton, Alberta area. This is a full-time permanent position, working onsite, Monday- Friday (day shift). Guaranteed 37.5 hours per week. The Negative Certifying Technician is responsible for the approval of screening results for all negatives, ensuring calibration, controls and proper procedures are followed, chain of custody appropriately maintained in accordance with SOP. Responsible for the performance and release of various laboratory tests following set procedures. Ensure all quality control checks and standards are run as required. Participate in all quality assurance programs and adhere to company and external regulatory bodies guidelines. Perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment as appropriate.Internal applications are to be received no later than February 13, 2025Why Dynacare is an amazing place for YOU:

• Join an award-winning "Top Employer" with meaningful and impactful career opportunities
• Access a health and wellness benefits program that supports you and your loved ones
• Grow and thrive with a dynamic, successful company through internal mobility opportunities
• Invest in your future through RRSP match benefits and an employee stock purchase program
• Experience a collaborative, diverse workforce that prioritizes dignity and respect for all

How YOU will make a difference:

• Review and certify emit screening data and validity testing
• Ensure accuracy of all documentation, information and data such as reports and custody and control forms
• Resolve discrepancies, such as bar-code errors, transcription errors, etc.
• Review and verify quality control for internal and external chain of custody completeness
• Review and approve test results
• Ensure maintenance of inventory records and logbooks for routine equipment maintenance
• Ensure that Quality Control/Quality Assurance procedures adhere to department policies and procedures

What YOU bring to the role:

• 4 Year Undergraduate Degree and/or Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry or related area of study OR equivalent experience
• Experience working in a laboratory that required correctly identifying samples and ensuring specimen testing requirements were completed
• 1 year of related experience required

OTHER CONSIDERATIONSSkills and Abilities:Technical Skills

• Demonstrated ability to correctly identify samples and ensure specimen testing requirements are completed following established procedures using manual and automated processes
• Ability to identify, observe and report all malfunctions with clinical instruments
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision focusing on results
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment

Social Process Skills

• Demonstrated ability to self-manage, prioritize and collaborate in a team-oriented, high volume, time-sensitive environment
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, in English

Passionate about supporting healthy lives with commitment and care? Please apply today and let us open the door to your extended career journey.Dynacare has been a Top Employer for many years and there is a reason why. We are a great place to work. At Dynacare, we're proud to hire the best people. If you are looking for a meaningful career where you can support healthy lives with commitment and care - we would like to meet you. We hope you will join us in our journey to become Canada's health and wellness solutions leader.Dynacare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to the attraction, selection, advancement, and fair treatment of all individuals. We believe that our diversity is our strength, so we employ a diverse workforce and respect the needs of all our employees.In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Dynacare Accommodation Policy a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the Dynacare hiring process.

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