MTS Level 6 With A Market Adjustment To MTS Level 8 -Medical Laboratory Technologist- Diagnostic Services - Atlantic Veterinary College

Competition Number:
58E26
Position Type:
Staff Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Diagnostic Services
Position:
MTS Level 6 With A Market Adjustment To MTS Level 8 -Medical Laboratory Technologist
Contract:
Full-Time Term Position
Hours of Work:
37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday includes occasional Saturday morning coverage; no nights or on-call shifts)
Salary:

$73,308.00 - $80,512.00 per annum, as per CUPE 1870

Term:

As soon as possible – March 31, 2028 (Term may be reduced or extended depending on performance, available funding, and departmental requirements)

Diagnostic Services invites applications from medical laboratory technologists to provide technical and related laboratory services in the disciplines of histology, bacteriology, parasitology and clinical pathology.

What we offer: 

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Comprehensive Health and Dental
  • RRSP Contribution
  • Tuition Waivers
  • Health and Wellness on Campus available to staff

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful Technologist will:

  • Open courier packages and enter samples into the Laboratory Information Management System
  • Utilize and maintain the histology tissue processor, embed tissues, section quality histology slides, stain tissue slides, interpret stain quality
  • Perform Immunohistochemistry staining and in situ hybridization (ISH) under the direction of a researcher and Lead Histology Technologist
  • Perform PCR testing in Parasitology and Bacteriology Laboratories using automated and manual methods
  • Perform bacteriology sample setup

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) designation is required  
  • Experience with molecular diagnostic testing is considered an asset
  • Good interpersonal communication skills are required
Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

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