Job Description

\xe2\x80\x8bReq ID: 160801
Company: Nova Scotia Health
Location: Central Zone, MacKenzie Building - QEII
Department: PLM Cytopathology
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Status: NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 11-Aug-23

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We\'re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there\'s a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you\'ll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Anatomical Pathology Manager and working collaboratively with the Chief of Service, management team, medical and laboratory staff, the Technical Specialist performs procedures offered by the division using appropriate methodologies and quality assurance techniques. The Technical Specialist has the capability to conduct all aspects of procedural and instrument troubleshooting, method evaluation, establishment and maintenance of quality assurance and safety programs, as well as interpret the technical acceptability of method results. The Technical Specialist will be responsible for inventory management, procedure development, training of new staff, students, and residents and chairing of meetings. The Technical Specialist will have responsibilities in the Cytopathology section as well as other sections in the Division of Anatomical Pathology. The Technical Specialist will collaborate with the management team to support and maintain daily operations. The Technical Specialist will be a resource for other laboratories in Central Zone. The Technical Specialist will collaborate with faculty, colleagues, vendors and clients in Central Zone and throughout Nova Scotia Health. Working conditions include exposure to chemicals on a daily basis.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Must be a graduate from an approved program in Cytology plus three (3) years Cytology experience
• Certification from CSMLS and license with NSCMLT is required
• Experience in Gynaecological and Non Gynaecological screening is required
• Experience with document control systems, and other related computer skills an asset
• In-depth knowledge and experience with Cerner LIS is essential
• Experience in policy and procedure development
• Must be able to recognize abnormal situations and respond appropriately
• Must have demonstrated in-depth knowledge of cytological laboratory techniques
• Previous experience with Quality Assurance initiatives preferred
• Must have demonstrated strong customer service skills; leadership skills; excellent organization and technical skills; as well as good decision-making skills
• Strong project and time management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• Focus on Quality Improvement, Accountability, Shared Learning and Teamwork
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Permanent, Full-Time position; 75 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Incentives

$34.23 - $41.55 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You\'ve Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

\xe2\x80\x8bThis is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Preferred candidates must be able to demonstrate proof of primary series of COVID -19 vaccine at time of hire.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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