Job Description / Duties

JOB SUMMARY:

The role of the Andrology Laboratory Technician requires collaborative relationships both within and outside the laboratory. The Andrology / Medical Laboratory Technician will work autonomously carrying out routine laboratory procedures in the Andrology lab. The individual will participate in establishing and maintaining standards of practice, policies and procedures at ONE Fertility.

DUTIES:

Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with patient/families and interdisciplinary colleagues.

Report any critical incident in a timely fashion to the Scientific Director and participate in continuous quality assessment and risk management on an ongoing basis.

Work toward the ultimate goal of attaining the highest possible patient satisfaction.

Administration

The Andrology / Medical Laboratory Technician will work in partnership with administration.

Participate in the development of policies, procedures and standards, as they relate to laboratory procedures used in the treatment of infertility patients and their families.

Assist with planning and implementation of changes within the assisted reproductive therapies service.

Carry out the necessary procedures and documentation as prescribed by the Canadian Assisted Reproduction Registry (CARTR) and/or Health Canada for assisted conception services and procedures.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Qualifications
•Ability to perform general laboratory techniques (e.g. processing of specimens, operation/trouble shooting of equipment, quality control procedures)
•Above average microscopy skills
•Above average manual dexterity, eyesight and hand-to-eye co-ordination
•Ability to properly assess specimens and select adequate processing procedures
•Ability to work effectively alone and as a team member.
•Effective time-management skills; ability to organize and set priorities.
•Excellent problem recognition and problem solving skills
•Ability to organize, prioritize and work independently
•Ability to manage conflicting demands (e.g. unexpected procedures time changes, equipment availability)
•Above average skills in computer applications (word processing, spreadsheet, presentation software, database, statistical software, etc.) and proper use of the internet as a information/research tool
•Effective verbal and written communication skills required.
•Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced environment is required.
•Ability to work accurately under stressful conditions required.

Experience:
•At least two years of hands-on experience in andrology in a clinical laboratory
•Knowledge of the theory and practice of laboratory procedures, instruments, equipment and special techniques (on-the-job experience), in assigned area required.

Education:
• Medical Laboratory Technologist (CMLTO or equivalent) or B.Sc., M.Sc. in Biology / Physiology /Embryology.

Salary: Salary negotiable based on experience

Contact Information

Please submit your CV or questions in confidence to: onefertilitymanager@gmail.com

Employer Profile

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