Assistant Manager, Anatomic Pathology

Our Anatomic Pathology department encompasses Histology, Cytology and Medical Transcription. Staff work closely with pathologists and a wide variety of departments and extended clients to provide Anatomic Pathology services.
Major Functions And Responsibilities

• Ensure quality control standards are consistently and accurately performed. Take corrective action for any deficiencies as per established protocols.
• Ensure that all equipment is properly maintained, calibrated and in top working order.
• Develop and maintain cooperative and positive working relationships with all key stakeholders, by providing the highest possible service to patients, physicians, coworkers, and individuals within Alberta’s Anatomic Pathology and Cytology community.
• Responsibilities include, but not limited to: recruitment, interviewing and selection of employees, coaching, mentoring and training employees, preparation and administration of performance appraisals, ensuring proper staffing levels are maintained, application and enforcement of established operating procedures and policies, conducting employee meetings, encouraging and motivating employees, establishing and maintaining a positive and respectful work environment, manage and verify time and attendance, maintain discipline and order in conjunction with the Department Manager, and teambuilding.

Required Skills

• Ability to manage effectively in ambiguous circumstances.
• Time management and multitasking skills.
• Strong ability to collaborate.
• Strong relationship building, influencing and people management skills.
• Outstanding skills in communication (written, verbal and listening).
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving, decision making and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent customer service orientation.

Required Experience

• Biohazard safety training is an asset
• Knowledge of Collective Agreement interpretation is an asset.
• Experience in compliance with all laws specific to laboratory operations including Health Information Act, Privacy Legislation, and Transport Canada regulations.
• Knowledge of company policies and procedures.
• Minimum 5 years of laboratory experience.
• Familiarity with equipment and instrumentation typically found in a Anatomic Pathology and Cytology laboratory
• 1 - 2 years of supervisory experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of CPSA and CAP accreditation standards and guidelines.
• Medical Laboratory Technologist (CSMLS) with current CMLTA registration is required

Other Information

• All persons newly hired to DynaLIFEDx must show their confirmation of SIN letter/SIN card and government issued photo ID to Human Resources prior to commencing work.
• A security clearance with vulnerable sector completed may be required for employees newly hired to DynaLIFEDx
• DynaLIFE is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment life cycle. We ask that all job applicants please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [email protected] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the recruitment process.
• All persons hired to DynaLIFEDx must be authorized to work in Canada for any employer.
• Individuals hired into all positions must provide verification of their highest level of education.
• A security clearance will be required for employees newly hired to DynaLIFEDx.
• Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Thank you for your application.
• As workload demands and operational requirements shift, the location, dates and/or hours of work may be changed.