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Medical Technologist III, Cytogenetics, Diagnostic Genetics – Vancouver General Hospital – Provincial Laboratory Medicine Services Jobs in Vancouver, British Columbia at PHSA
Medical Technologist III, Cytogenetics, Diagnostic Genetics – Vancouver General Hospital
Provincial Laboratory Medicine Services
Vancouver, BC
The Cytogenetic Technologist performs a variety of tests and procedures on specimens submitted for cytogenetic analyses using cytogenetic and molecular techniques in the context of the organization’s quality management system.
What you’ll do
Assign patient identification number and checks various regional databases for previous relevant analyses
Validate and maintain inventory, and prepare reagents used for test procedures.
Set up and harvest cultures for cytogenetic analyses
Prepare slides and perform various banding techniques such as G-banding, C-banding
Prepare slides and perform fluorescence in situ hybridization
Perform DNA/RNA extraction and molecular techniques
Perform troubleshooting on related techniques to consistently achieve high quality
Perform analyses and prepare computerized images of karyograms.
Prepare final cytogenetic laboratory reports to send out to physicians.
Validate, operate and perform preventive maintenance for a variety of laboratory equipment/instrumentation
What you bring
Qualifications
Certification with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Sciences in Clinical Genetics
Graduation from the post graduate diploma program in Clinical Genetics from the British Columbia Institute of Technology or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
You will also have
Comprehensive knowledge of related discipline.
Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
Interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Attention to details.
Ability to work under pressure in a constantly changing environment.
Skill in the operation of related equipment and in techniques appropriate to the designated area.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the job.
Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and other related reports.
Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).
What we bring
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 cour…
Title: Medical Technologist III, Cytogenetics, Diagnostic Genetics – Vancouver General Hospital – Provincial Laboratory Medicine Services
Company: PHSA
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
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