Job Description

Requisition ID: 354424

Position Number: 20063731

Posting End Date: February 29, 2024

City: Winnipeg

Employer: Shared Health

Department / Unit: HSC Genomics

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MAHCP

Anticipated Start Date - End Date: 03/11/2024 - 01/10/2025

Reason for Term: Parental Leave

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days;Weekends;Other; Callback

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Salary: $36.913, $38.019, $39.161, $40.334, $41.547, $42.784,

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Charge or delegate, the Clinical Genetics Technologist is responsible for clinical analysis and reporting on patient samples according to established protocols. The Clinical Genetics Technologist is also responsible for assisting in lab projects such as SOPs, chemical inventories, etc.

The incumbent will maintain a safe environment in accordance with professional and provincial guidelines and ensure compliance with quality assurance programs and maintain standards put forth by Accreditation. Functions are conducted in accordance with the Mission and Values of Shared Health, current policies, procedures and applicable legislation.

Experience

• Previous genetics and genomics related experience preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Genetics Technology program required, or
• Successful completion of the CMLTM Prior Learning Assessment process for the Genomics specialty, as deemed by the Employer, may also be considered for Graduates of a Bachelor of Science or equivalent program from a recognized institution that includes lecture courses and laboratory courses in Clinical Genetics with work experience involving human related testing.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a Masters or Post-Graduate in work directly related to Clinical Genetics.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current or eligible for Clinical Genetics or Molecular Genetics registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Manitoba (CMLTM) required.
• Current membership with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) considered an asset.

Qualifications and Skills

• Windows computer environment required.
• Microsoft Office programs preferred.
• Follow verbal and written instructions precisely with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills required in English.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team member.
• Proficient analytical skills.
• Work under pressure.
• Maintains confidentiality with all information entrusted to the position.
• Ability to perform duties as described.

Physical Requirements

• Mental and physical health necessary to meet the demands of the job required.
• Working shifts, weekends and holidays may be required.
• Participating in standby and callback duty may be required.
• Rotate through various workstations as required.
• Exposure to all hazards and dangers incumbent in working in a laboratory. For more definitive information, refer to the Job Hazard Analysis Assessment of this position within the specific laboratory.

This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority