Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 to 44 hours per week Education: Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years or equivalent experience

Work setting

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Hospital medical laboratories Clinic Private clinical laboratories Hospital/medical facility or clinic Health care institution, facility or clinic Independent or private practice Private practice

Tasks

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Collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary health team Collect blood, tissue or other samples from patients Coordinate patient care Evaluate patient care and progress Evaluate the effectiveness of counselling and the patient's outcomes Examine the results of the tests Interpret medical test results Interview clients, prepare case histories and assess problems Monitor patients and advise physician of any changes in patients' condition Order medical diagnostic or clinical tests Perform diagnostic tests Plan patient care Supervise other counsellors, social service staff and assistants Diagnose patients' diseases and disorders Ensure infection control Order laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures Conduct patient interviews, physical assessments and take medical histories Follow up results of counselling programs and clients' adjustment

Supervision

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3-4 people

Computer and technology knowledge

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Electronic medical records MS Outlook MS Windows MS Access MS Excel MS PowerPoint MS Word

Security and safety

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Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Ability to work independently Hand-eye co-ordination Manual dexterity Work under pressure Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking Tight deadlines Large caseload Repetitive tasks Fast-paced environment Large workload Walking Standing for extended periods Bending, crouching, kneeling Ability to distinguish between colours Physically demanding Sitting

Personal suitability

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Client focus Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent written communication Flexibility Interpersonal awareness Judgement Reliability Team player Excellent oral communication Initiative Organized Accurate Values and ethics

Health benefits

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Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Paramedical services coverage Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

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Night shift premium

Long term benefits

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Maternity and parental benefits Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

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Free parking available Paid time off (volunteering or personal days) * Parking available