Cytotechnologist

Job summary

The Cytotechnologist is responsible for processing cytology specimens and performing routine laboratory procedures to support disease diagnosis. They must also maintain accurate records, calibrate equipment, and ensure all safety protocols are followed.

Job details

POSITION TITLE: Medical Laboratory Technologist (Cytotechnologist) INTERNAL CLOSING DATE: 26, October 2026 LOCATIONS: King Edward 100-830 King Edward Street CLASSIFICATION: Permanent full-time DEPARTMENT: Cytology COMPENSATION: As per Collective Agreement WORKING SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday (8am to 4pm) 37.5 hours weekly Job Summary As a Medical Laboratory Technologist, you will be responsible for the performance and release of various laboratory tests following set processes and procedures, all in keeping with Dynacare’s mission and values. RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs a variety of routine laboratory procedures to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Process Cytology specimens Performs all routine procedures, such as specimen preparation, verify patient demographic, screening of cytology slides, maintenance of cytology equipment, set up of cytology procedures. Maintain accurate records for all test and control results. Performs routine equipment maintenance and calibrations. Maintains confidential and accuracy of appropriate documents. Required to observe all safety precautions in the performance of all duties. Other duties as required SKILLED KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge Medical Laboratory Technologist registered in good standing with and CSMLS & CMLTM. Technical Skills Knowledge of Quality Control documentation and procedures. Knowledge of cytology specimen processing. Social Processing Skills Ability to multitask and work in a team environment. Attention to detail and organizational skills are essential. Ability to function in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work independently. Excellent communication skills. ***Please refer to Article 2 and 7 of the Collective Agreement regarding temporary positions, job postings, promotions and transfers***

What you’ll do

The Cytotechnologist is responsible for processing cytology specimens and performing routine laboratory procedures to support disease diagnosis. They must also maintain accurate records, calibrate equipment, and ensure all safety protocols are followed.

Requirements

Candidates must be registered as a Medical Laboratory Technologist in good standing with CSMLS and CMLTM. Proficiency in cytology specimen processing and quality control documentation is required.

Listed skills

• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Cytology specimen processing
• Specimen preparation
• Cytology slide screening
• Equipment maintenance
• Calibration
• Quality control
• Documentation
• Multitasking
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Communication skills
• Equipment Maintenance
• Specimen Preparation
• Laboratory Procedures
• Organizational Skills
• Specimen Processing
• Medical Laboratory
• Communication
• Cytology
• Laboratory Testing
• Quality Control
• Teamwork
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Cytotechnologist
• Cytogenetic Technologist / Cytotechnologist
• Medical and Pathology Laboratory Technicians
• Cytotechnologists
• Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians

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