Overview:
Join a hospital where everyone makes a difference! Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) is a thriving community hospital that proudly provides acute care services including: Emergency, Surgery, Medicine, Women’s and Children’s Health, Intensive Care, Mental Health, and Inpatient Rehabilitation.
Our vision is to creating healthier communities together. Our dedicated and skilled staff are passionate about providing outstanding patient-centred care, and an exceptional patient experience to residents of the Waterloo Region and beyond.
Why Should You Apply to CMH?
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
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Group Benefits, including Health & Dental, for full time employees
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Employee & Family Assistance Program
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Career Development & Education Grant
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Wellness & Wellbeing Program
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiatives
Come be part of our vision as CMH leads in innovation and compassion! To learn more about CMH, please visit our website at www.cmh.org.
Job Description:
Salary Range: $36.84 - $50.24
Full Time Contract expected to end August 2026
As an instrumental member of the Laboratory team, the Medical Laboratory Technologist performs a broad range of laboratory procedures and testing in Histology. This position is responsible for quality control, and to ensure the quality of laboratory results meets Ontario Laboratory Accreditation requirements. The physical demands of the role may include but are not limited to prolonged sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling. This position contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.
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Accessions specimens; investigates non-conformances on irretrievable specimens prior to processing and according to Laboratory protocols
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Grossing of specimens which includes examining, describing, dissection and measuring of small surgical specimens
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Embeds processed tissue; checks embedding log and investigates errors / discrepancies
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Cuts paraffin wax tissue blocks using microtome; makes, labels, histochemical stains and cover slips slides as appropriate
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Operation and maintenance of IHC stainers and other equipment
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Frozen sections
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Correlates cut slides to tissue blocks
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Cuts deeper levels as required
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Files and archives slides and blocks
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Assist with MLA duties as required
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Work complies with ISO 15189 Accreditation Requirements
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Ensures compliance with CMLTO Practice Guidelines for MLTs Practicing in Histology
Posted hours do not constitute a guarantee that shifts will not be subject to change.
Skills and Qualifications:
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Medical Laboratory Technologist with CSMLS certification
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Minimum 2 years recent experience in general Histology in a hospital setting required
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Current registration with CMLTO in good standing
- Strong medical terminology is required
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Strong multi-tasking, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
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Excellent organizational and communication skills; strong interpersonal skills
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Proven ability to be a team player; able to work independently with minimal supervision
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Knowledge of M-tuitive, Fluency Dictation Software, Meditech and other Microsoft Office computer system would be an asset
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Performs tasks as outlined in Standard Operating Procedures
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Is familiar with Document Control Software
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Excellent attendance, punctuality and work ethic
- May be required for call-back
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Strong working knowledge immunohistochemistry preferred
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Strong working knowledge of histology quality assurance and quality controls required
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Demonstrates initiative & problem-solving skills
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Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team
- Commitment to maintaining high quality standards with a focus on continuous quality improvement
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Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis is required
As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Cambridge Memorial Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.
The successful external applicant is required to provide the applicable criminal record check, as requested by Human Resources, in accordance with federal and provincial legislation. Valid criminal record checks are in original format and dated with two months from date of conditional offer from CMH.
CMH Inclusion Statement
At Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH), community matters to us. We acknowledge and are grateful for the opportunity to meet, work and offer healthcare on what is the traditional territories for the Anishinaabe, the Haudenosaunee and the Chinnonton.
We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace; one that generates belonging. We want a work culture where people are free to express their authentic selves and are able to bring their best daily. That includes a workplace that is free from violence, harassment and discrimination of any kind.
We welcome all applicants and encourage members of equity-deserving groups including Indigenous and LGBTQ2SIA+ communities regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, neurodiversity or physical ability. We promise to ask if needed, and to provide reasonable accommodation to you during the recruitment and selection process to ensure an equitable experience.
To support all of us in this journey, Cambridge Memorial Hospital is an employee partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity & Inclusion (CCDI) and provides access to all CMH members to CCDI resources and education. We encourage you to reflect upon our inclusive commitment to you as we welcome and encourage you to explore a promising future career at CMH.
Mari Iromoto Executive Champion Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Susan Toth, Director of Human Resources
We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) proudly integrates AI-based technologies into its applicant screening process to enhance recruitment. These tools are designed to reduce bias and uphold fair hiring practices based on skills, education, and experience. CMH’s AI serves to assist, not replace, human decision-making, with results audited to ensure quality and equity. This initiative reinforces the hospital’s commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, ensuring the best talent is selected while adhering to its core values.
Union: OPSEU
