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1 ‑ Full Time – Laboratory Manager

Pathology, Laboratory Services

Why Join Us?

· Impactful Work: Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the

efficiency of our operations, in a values based team environment.

· Competitive Compensation: We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract top talent.

· Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario

Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having

access to a pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believe that a strong

pension recognizes our employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as part of our

overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each pay period. As

your employer, we also contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.

Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.

Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation

and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.

Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability

About the role:

The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patients and families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC)

is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient/family preferences, needs, and values

and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensures

continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge,

understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.

The Pathology Manager reports to the Technical Director of Laboratory Services and is responsible for supervision of

staff and all activities related to the accurate and timely reporting of pathology results.

The Primary Responsibilities:

* Development, revision and file maintenance of all policies, procedures and manuals related to work flow processes

and pathology reporting

* Ensure compliance with Accreditation Canada Diagnostics requirements, Ministry of Health and Long Term Care

Licensing, laws & regulations, etc.

* Ensure accuracy and precision of all reportable results

* Review, monitor and troubleshoot all quality control results and quality assurance audits including Cancer Care

Ontario, mTuitive checklists, etc.

* Investigate and reply to Quality Management Program, i.e., external quality assurance/proficiency testing ‑

Laboratory Services proficiency survey discordant results

* Remain knowledgeable of guidelines, advanced current developments in procedures, products and instrumentation.

Identify those that would improve patient care, client needs, quality of results and turnaround times.

* Instrument / equipment selection, evaluation, validation and training/competency of end users

* Supervision and training of Pathology staff responsible for pre‑analytic and analytical processes; to include

scheduling, performance appraisals, competency assessment and participation in the hiring process

* Provide leadership and be a resource person for staff; liaison with the medical scientific layer (etc. including the

Technical Director and Laboratory Medical Director, pathologist, as required)

* Responsible for staff safety and ensuring compliance with document requirements in the Laboratory Safety Manual

* Participate in strategic planning, budget preparation, cost saving measures, waste reduction and account for

departmental expenditures

Employment Requirements:

* Degree from an Accredited University / College (Medical Laboratory Science)

* Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) certification/designation with a current license to practice in Histology

(current member of the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario)

* Minimum 6 years of recent experience in Pathology; Additional experience, i.e., Supervisory, Pathologists'

Assistant, Laboratory Information Systems, Diagnostic Cytopathology, etc. may be considered an asset; Additional

licensing in laboratory disciplines

* Must possess effective communication, writing, listening and reading skills to coach, problem solve and improve

work flow processes

Salary Range: $53.290 to 66.620

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets

financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory

Criminal Records Check (CRC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of

full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID‑19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health &

Safety. Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at

work is imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for

this position.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work

environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a

workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible

minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability

are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health

sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.

If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified

individuals.

Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than

11:59p.m. on Friday, 20 February, 2026.

Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our

website.

Posted: February 6, 2026

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