MTS Level 6 with a Market Adjustment to MTS Level 8 - Medical Laboratory Technologist - Histology - Diagnostics Services - Atlantic Veterinary College

Competition Number:
88E24
Position Type:
Staff Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Diagnostics Services - Atlantic Veterinary College
Position:
MTS Level 6 with a Market Adjustment to MTS Level 8 - Medical Laboratory Technologist-Histology
Contract:
Full-Time Permanent Position
Hours of Work:
37.5 hours per week
Salary:

$70,118 to $77,008 per annum, as per CUPE 1870

Term:

June 19, 2024 

Diagnostic Services invites applications from qualified and experienced medical laboratory technologists for a permanent full-time Medical Laboratory Technologist position for the Histology Laboratory.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:

  • Sample receiving and identification
  • Providing Teaching/Clinical Support
  • Utilizing and maintaining the Tissue Processor
  • Embedding of tissues
  • Sectioning of quality histology slides
  • Staining of slides
  • Interpretating Stains
  • Performing maintenance procedures
  • Archival and Safety Duties

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) designation is required.
  • 2 years of related experience in a histology laboratory are required.
  • Experience in a veterinary diagnostic laboratory is an asset.
  • Excellent organizational, computer and communication skills are required. 
  • Good bench skills are essential.

  • The ability to work under minimal supervision, to multitask and to troubleshoot technical issues at the bench and instrument level is desirable.

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.

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