Position Summary

Are you a registered Chief Technologist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Laboratory department.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Health Service Administrator or designate, The Chief Technologist is responsible for organizing, managing and controlling all aspects of the Laboratory operations within a designated area or as assigned by supervising laboratory work, by providing a communication link with health care professionals and by assuring adequate staffing. Also performs diagnostic testing in biochemistry, hematology, blood bank, urology and microbiology as required.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:: Monday to Friday, Days - 07:30 to 15:30

Qualifications

• Current certification with the CSMLS (Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science.
• Advanced Registered Technologist (ART), Baccalaureate (BMLSC) or Management degree preferred.
• Five (5) years recent, related experience including two (2) years recent, related supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of training, management experience and education acceptable to the hospital.

Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge Integration: Integrates best practice and current research evidence to support professional practice decisions and actions.
• Communication: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, medical staff and members of the interdisciplinary team using verbal, written, computer communication means. Ability to effectively apply conflict resolution skills.
• Critical Thinking: Demonstrated ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve and make decisions effectively. Applies the problem solving process demonstrating critical thinking and decision-making skills using a systems approach.
• Management: Demonstrated ability to organize work, set objectives, establish priorities and manage allocated resources. Manages time and resources, implements activities to promote cooperation among the interdisciplinary team and collaborates across disciplines.
• Leadership: Promotes staff morale, engagement and empowerment. Demonstrates creative planning for change and innovation, implementation of NH policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self and others.
• Energizing Others: Ability to exhibit a “can do” approach and inspire associates to excel; use competition to encourage others; develops performance standards and confronts negative attitudes; develops a team spirit.
• Teamwork: Ability to share due credit with colleagues; displays enthusiasm and promotes a friendly working environment; works closely with other departments as necessary; supports group decisions and solicit opinions from coworkers; displays team spirit.
• Equipment: Demonstrated computer skills including the use of Meditech and Windows based programs. Demonstrated data analysis skills including appropriate data analysis and reporting tools. Demonstrated ability in the use of e-mail and word processing. Ability to operate other equipment as required in the specific practice area.
• Innovation: Demonstrated ability to challenge conventional practices; adapt established methods for new uses; pursue ongoing system improvement; evaluate new technology as potential solutions to existing problems.
• Tolerance of Ambiguity: Able to deal with unresolved situations, frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Where you will be working:
Facility:
Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through St. John Hospital

Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Vanderhoof

More about Northern Health
Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants

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