Job Description

This is an opportunity to work at the Animal Health Laboratory (AHL), which is a laboratory partner of choice for government and universities in Canada, for agriculture, food safety, and animal health testing, and is a leader in providing high-value analytic and diagnostic services to the private sector in selected niche markets. As a values-based organization, with the mission of working together toward a healthier future and improving life, we are searching for a Laboratory Technician in our Clinical Pathology Section, who will support the Division\'s values: Client Centered, Integrity, Individuals Matter, Shared Responsibility, and Committed to Evolving.

The Laboratory Technician performs manual, semi-automated and highly automated diagnostic testing methods in an accredited, full service veterinary diagnostic laboratory. The clinical pathology laboratory offers a full spectrum of testing services to clients including: hematology, cytology, biochemistry, urinalysis, coagulation, blood banking, endocrinology, and pharmacology. Additional duties include: receiving and entering specimen information into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS); responding to client inquiries; preparing specimens and reagents and selecting and conducting appropriate test or tests based on submission history; ensuring specimens are properly and safely filed, stored or disposed of as appropriate; conforming to the quality system and ensuring quality control is maintained.

The Clinical Pathology Section is fast paced and highly collaborative. Candidates who bring a positive and service-focused attitude and who thrive managing multiple tasks and working within a team will be most successful in this role.

Minimum requirements also include the following:

• Three-year community college Medical Laboratory Technologist or equivalent with related experience, or a relevant combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of biochemistry, hematology, coagulation, and endocrine instrumentation is essential;
• Knowledge of species specific sampling and testing requirements, including avian/reptilian and non-domestic mammalian species is preferred;
• An understanding of medical terminology and the ability to communicate clearly with both internal and external clients is essential;
• A demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a stressful, high-volume, time-sensitive laboratory setting;
• The ability to adapt quickly and assume other responsibilities (for example STAT testing);
• A working knowledge of quality assurance and quality control concepts, as well as the ability to investigate and act upon non-conforming quality control and sample results;
• Knowledge and understanding of WHMIS and Occupational Health & Safety in a laboratory environment.

Must be or willing to be rabies vaccinated.

Hours of work are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, and/or Tuesday to Saturday, on a scheduled rotational basis, with 9:00 a.m. or 10:00 a.m. start times. Hours of work can change due to operational requirements.

Position Number 482-083
Classification USW, Local 4120 Salary Band 5
Salary Range $25.92 Minimum
$28.96 Normal Hiring Limit
$35.08 Job Rate

At the University of Guelph, fostering a is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

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