Test Development Technologist
Ville : Toronto
Catégorie : Full Time
Industrie : Healthcare
Employeur : The Hospital for Sick Children
About Sickkids
Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.
When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.
Posting Description
The Department of Paediatric Laboratory Medicine (DPLM) at SickKids is a leading, world-class facility working towards reducing the impact of childhood illness by providing diagnostic information that allows for early selection of best treatment options. DPLM is a valuable and integral part of the SickKids team, generating original research and providing timely, specialized diagnostic services for health care providers in Canada and around the world. The department comprises of five divisions: Clinical Biochemistry, Genome Diagnostics, Haematopathology, Microbiology, and Pathology. All DPLM laboratories are accredited by Accreditation Canada Diagnostics.
Our Department of Paediatric Laboratory Medicine (DPLM) is currently seeking a Test Development Technologist to join the team. In this role, you will perform and be responsible for a variety of complex and independent tasks involving the planning, organizing, data analysis and implementation of laboratory test development activities. You will also provide technical support functions to assist medical laboratory technologists and other laboratory staff with laboratory operations as required. The Test Development Technologist will work in Clinical Molecular Diagnostics within the Division of Pathology.
The Division of Pathology and Clinical Molecular Diagnostics at the Hospital of sick children combines the analysis of cellular and molecular abnormalities underlying disease processes to deliver timely and life-changing diagnostic results. The Clinical Molecular Diagnostics lab is at the forefront of cancer diagnostics, employing advanced methods including next-generation sequencing and methylation arrays to identify genetic and epigenetic changes that drive patients' cancers. These tests are critical for providing accurate diagnoses and selection of the most effective treatments. As a valued team member, you will play a critical role in the Division's efforts to improve patient outcomes using precision oncology.
Here's what you'll get to do
Laboratory Test Development
- Develop new laboratory procedures/methods as assigned.
- Develop evaluation and validation protocols for equipment, test kits and test methods.
- Evaluate new equipment or test kits prior to purchase.
- Validate new equipment, test kits, test methods or LIS upgrades prior to implementation.
- Collect, analyze and interpret data relevant to the development of new test methods and the evaluation and validation of new equipment or test kits.
- Prepare evaluation and validation reports.
- Participate in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to support new equipment and/or test methods.
- Participate in the implementation of new equipment, test kits, test methods or LIS upgrades.
- Operate, calibrate and maintain relevant laboratory equipment.
- Review journals, abstracts and scientific literature to keep abreast of relevant new developments and obtain information regarding the design and development of original procedures and techniques.
- Participate in research development, special projects, or other duties as assigned.
- Summarize test development activities for review by the Chief, on an annual basis.
Laboratory Service
- Strictly follows Standard Operating Procedures.
- Operate, calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment, as assigned.
- Practice and perform laboratory tests and procedures, as assigned, accurately and precisely within defined time expectations (TATs).
- Recognize failure, troubleshoot, take remedial action, and documents action, within scope of practice, as required.
- Report failures, issues & action taken to immediate supervisor.
- Assess results against diagnosis to ensure relevant results correspond with known patient data, as appropriate.
- Recognize abnormal and critical results, and take appropriate actions according to the established SOP, as required.
- Follow the established communication system.
- Follow inventory control system and communicate status to ensure availability of adequate reagents and supplies.
- Perform all other duties as required.
Here's what you'll need
- Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) with preferably a Bachelor's degree in a relevant Sciences/Health discipline.
- Applicants for positions are required to produce a certificate of registration from the College of Medical Laboratory Technology of Ontario with endorsement in the disciplines of Molecular Genetics/Cytogenetics
- Membership in good standing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO).
- Experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist or relevant experience in a clinical laboratory. Test development experience an asset.
- In-depth knowledge of laboratory equipment and LIS.
- Working knowledge of statistical analysis.
- Strong computer skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong organization, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to be a team player.
- Demonstrated ability to be highly accurate.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Demonstrated ability to be flexible, adaptable and self-motivated.
- Demonstrated commitment and actions in advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion objectives.
Here's what you'll love
- This position is eligible for employee benefits coverage; including but not limited to, health, dental, insurance. The full benefits offered will be discussed at the time of offer.
- A commitment to continuing education and professional development through DPLM's Laboratory Professional Certification Reimbursement Program as well as several programs and resources through the Learning Institute.
- A culture of safety for both the patient and staff.
- A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.
- A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
- The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
- For more on why you'll love working at SickKids, visit our careers site.
Employment type: Full-time
Our Commitment to Diversity
SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.
Accessibility & Accommodation
If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
How to Apply
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