Laboratory Information Systems Lead

Description:

Knowledge and skills required:

• Knowledge of laboratory operation and the specific disciplines integrated processes, testing procedures and functions of the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Extensive knowledge of computer systems integration in a clinical environment and of interfacing LIS internally and externally and the peripherals
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Visio
• Extensive written and verbal communication, organizational, interpersonal and computer skills including policy and Standard operations procedure writing
• Ability to work independently and as a member of the team
• Problem solving, critical thinking, decision making, project management and time management
• Effective interpersonal skills including discretion, tact and reliability
• Ability to lead and to adapt to change management and process improvement (LEAN System)
• Cross cultural awareness and sensitivity

The successful candidate will be a graduate of 2-3 year post-secondary education program with current Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) certification as a Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist. A minimum of five years discipline-related experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist and a minimum of two years laboratory IS expert user level experience and one-year experience in adult education and training are required. The successful candidate needs to have a clean driving abstract and be able to obtain a valid Yukon class 5 driver’s license. A degree in a related field and report writing skills within the LIS framework are desired.