Medical Laboratory Technologist - Surgical Pathology

Who We Are

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music. As one of Canada’s largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children’s Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time.

Posting Period

Open:        April 13, 2024

Deadline:   May 10, 2024

This position is covered by a collective agreement.  

Department Name

Pathology and Laboratory Medicine - Anatomical (Surgical) Pathology

Applications are invited for a Medical Laboratory Technologist position in Pathology and Laboratory Medicine – Anatomical (Surgical) Pathology Laboratory. Assignments may include, but are not limited to; Microtomy, Special Staining, Routine Processing, Decalcification, Frozen Sectioning, Biopsy Gross Dissectioning, & Screening and Interpreting Cytology slides. Staff in the Anatomical (Surgical) Pathology Laboratory may be assigned to London Health Sciences Centre (University Hospital, Victoria Hospital) and St. Joseph’s Health Care as required. This position requires the incumbent to be available to work shifts and on call.

What we offer:

• Regular Full-Time
• Rate of Pay: $36.84 - $50.24 per hour
• Hours of Work: 37.5 Hours Per Week
• Health and Dental Benefits & Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Career developemnt and training opportunities
• Employee Wellness Initiatives

Qualifications

• Current registration or eligible as a Medical Laboratory Technologist with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario with authorization to practice relevant specialties in Laboratory Medicine
• Experience in Surgical Pathology (Preferred)
• Dual trained Cytology - Histology ( Preferred)
• Graduate diploma in Diagnostic Cytology from an accredited institution (preferred)
• Certification with the Canadian Society of Laboratory Science (C.S.M.L.S) or equivalent; certification in Diagnostic Cytotechnology (preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to perform Microtomy
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated accuracy and organizational skills
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written) as well as conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrated computer literacy
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC’s Mission, Vision and Values
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position. 

 We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process.Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca . 

 As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process. 

 Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 6 months. 

 Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work permits. It is the employee’s accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process.