Laboratory Technician 3 - Junior Data Integrity Officer
About the role
Position Overview
Temporary position until April 10, 2026, approximately.
The incumbent represents an internal help desk and support infrastructure. The incumbent is responsible for the monitoring, auditing, restoring and integrity of the patient information collected during the registration/admission process. Password resets, printer troubleshooting, triaging application issues and referring to a technologist or manager as needed, monitoring and managing automated jobs. Responsible for the generation of reports and the compilation of statistics related to compliance with data standards. Communicates findings of audits directly to the Manager. The incumbent is a member of the team that provides core training to the end users for the LIS system.
Basic Requirements
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College diploma from a recognized program or successful completion of MLPAO or successful completion of CSMLS exam in the appropriate field of practice;
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Two (2) years of experience in LIS (Laboratory Information systems);
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Two (2) years relevant experience working with customized database systems;
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Advanced computer/IT knowledge relevant to the laboratory;
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Knowledge of lab protocols and specimen handling procedures;
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Knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety legislation; transportation of dangerous goods, WHMIS, Universal precautions and safe handling practices;
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Working knowledge of applicable provincial regulations relating to privacy, and patient handling;
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Ability and competency to make presentations;
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Good communication and interpersonal skills.
As a pre-condition of employment, all new EORLA employees will be required to obtain and provide a satisfactory Criminal Records Check dated within six (6) months from the date of issue.
*Mandatory Vaccination Policy*
Per EORLA's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, if you are successful in the selection process, an offer of employment is conditional upon presentation of government issued documentation confirming that you have been fully vaccinated with a vaccine that has been approved in Canada. Any individual who cannot be vaccinated on medical grounds or other grounds recognized by the Human Rights Code can request an accommodation.
Please note that with respect to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ontario Human Rights Commission’s (OHRC) position has been that a singular belief or personal preference against vaccinations and/or masks is not protected on the ground of creed under the Code.
Rotation/Shifts
Days and evenings, 8 hour shifts. Rotation to other TOH campuses may be required. For information purposes only - EORLA reserves the right to change.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingualism is considered an asset.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Eastern Ontario Regional Laboratory Association (EORLA) is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.
Application Information
Please submit your online application by 11:59 p.m. EST the day the job posting closes. It is mandatory that you provide a thoroughly completed application with all the necessary information to help us determine whether you meet the qualifications as outlined on the job posting. Failure to do so will result in your being screened out of the competition. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance.
About EORLA / ALREO
The Eastern Ontario Regional Laboratory Association (EORLA) is a member-owned, non-profit organization encompassing the operation of 19 licensed, acute-care, hospital-based clinical laboratories that service clinical programs across the Champlain Local Health Integration Network (CLHIN) of Eastern Ontario A leading, innovative model of integrated laboratory practices in the province, the purpose of EORLA is to deliver patient-focused, consistent, high-quality and cost-effective hospital-based laboratory services to meet the needs of the region's patients.
EORLA laboratories provide diagnostic testing to both hospital inpatients and registered outpatients, performing a total of approximately 12 million tests annually. Comprehensive testing in the disciplines of Anatomic Pathology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Transfusion Medicine, Hematopathology, and Microbiology/Virology is performed.
All EORLA laboratories are accredited by Ontario Laboratory Accreditation (OLA) and The Ottawa Hospital Tissue Typing Laboratory is accredited by the American Society for Histocompatability and Immunogenetics (ASHI).
Laboratory staff includes over 800 Medical Laboratory Technologists and Medical Laboratory Assistants along with approximately 65 Medical/Scientific staff.
Laboratory Technician 3 - Junior Data Integrity Officer
About the role
Position Overview
Temporary position until April 10, 2026, approximately.
The incumbent represents an internal help desk and support infrastructure. The incumbent is responsible for the monitoring, auditing, restoring and integrity of the patient information collected during the registration/admission process. Password resets, printer troubleshooting, triaging application issues and referring to a technologist or manager as needed, monitoring and managing automated jobs. Responsible for the generation of reports and the compilation of statistics related to compliance with data standards. Communicates findings of audits directly to the Manager. The incumbent is a member of the team that provides core training to the end users for the LIS system.
Basic Requirements
-
College diploma from a recognized program or successful completion of MLPAO or successful completion of CSMLS exam in the appropriate field of practice;
-
Two (2) years of experience in LIS (Laboratory Information systems);
-
Two (2) years relevant experience working with customized database systems;
-
Advanced computer/IT knowledge relevant to the laboratory;
-
Knowledge of lab protocols and specimen handling procedures;
-
Knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety legislation; transportation of dangerous goods, WHMIS, Universal precautions and safe handling practices;
-
Working knowledge of applicable provincial regulations relating to privacy, and patient handling;
-
Ability and competency to make presentations;
-
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
As a pre-condition of employment, all new EORLA employees will be required to obtain and provide a satisfactory Criminal Records Check dated within six (6) months from the date of issue.
*Mandatory Vaccination Policy*
Per EORLA's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, if you are successful in the selection process, an offer of employment is conditional upon presentation of government issued documentation confirming that you have been fully vaccinated with a vaccine that has been approved in Canada. Any individual who cannot be vaccinated on medical grounds or other grounds recognized by the Human Rights Code can request an accommodation.
Please note that with respect to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ontario Human Rights Commission’s (OHRC) position has been that a singular belief or personal preference against vaccinations and/or masks is not protected on the ground of creed under the Code.
Rotation/Shifts
Days and evenings, 8 hour shifts. Rotation to other TOH campuses may be required. For information purposes only - EORLA reserves the right to change.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingualism is considered an asset.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Eastern Ontario Regional Laboratory Association (EORLA) is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.
Application Information
Please submit your online application by 11:59 p.m. EST the day the job posting closes. It is mandatory that you provide a thoroughly completed application with all the necessary information to help us determine whether you meet the qualifications as outlined on the job posting. Failure to do so will result in your being screened out of the competition. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance.
About EORLA / ALREO
The Eastern Ontario Regional Laboratory Association (EORLA) is a member-owned, non-profit organization encompassing the operation of 19 licensed, acute-care, hospital-based clinical laboratories that service clinical programs across the Champlain Local Health Integration Network (CLHIN) of Eastern Ontario A leading, innovative model of integrated laboratory practices in the province, the purpose of EORLA is to deliver patient-focused, consistent, high-quality and cost-effective hospital-based laboratory services to meet the needs of the region's patients.
EORLA laboratories provide diagnostic testing to both hospital inpatients and registered outpatients, performing a total of approximately 12 million tests annually. Comprehensive testing in the disciplines of Anatomic Pathology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Transfusion Medicine, Hematopathology, and Microbiology/Virology is performed.
All EORLA laboratories are accredited by Ontario Laboratory Accreditation (OLA) and The Ottawa Hospital Tissue Typing Laboratory is accredited by the American Society for Histocompatability and Immunogenetics (ASHI).
Laboratory staff includes over 800 Medical Laboratory Technologists and Medical Laboratory Assistants along with approximately 65 Medical/Scientific staff.