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DEPARTMENT: Laboratory - Public HealthBARGAINING UNIT: MSPJOB TYPE: Temporary full-timeSCHEDULE: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, On Call, Rotation, 8 and 12-hour shifts. Work schedule may be changed to meet operational needs.LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: Bilingual essentialNOTE: Applicants must attach a resume to their application. JOB SUMMARY:This role involves clinical and technical monitoring, carried out under the general supervision of the Manager or Regional Director of Laboratory Services. Responsibilities include: managing staff and overseeing the clinical and technical activities of the New Brunswick Public Health Laboratory (NBPHL); participating in local, regional and provincial interest groups; contributing to the administrative tasks of the NBPHL; overseeing the sector's quality control and improvement programs, in collaboration with the quality and biosafety officer; and identifying equipment needs. The incumbent also performs the duties of a Level 3 Medical Laboratory Technologist (LT03) and any other related duties as required by the NBPHL.REQUIREMENTS:Diploma in medical laboratory technology from a recognized school;Valid registration with the New Brunswick Society of Medical Laboratory Technologists (NBSMLT);Minimum of six years' experience as a medical laboratory technologist in serology and polymerase chain reaction (PCR);Knowledge of software programs currently used within the Network;Interest in continuing professional development to meet the job requirements;Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills;Good interpersonal skills;Knowledge of and compliance with laboratory safety principles;Analytical mindset;Initiative and sound judgment;Steadfast commitment to the quality and safety of the services provided to patients;Adaptability;Ability to work independently and as part of a team;Physical ability to perform assigned duties;Good work history (performance and attendance);Adherence to professional ethics principles, the Network's management philosophy and organizational values;Adherence to Vitalité Health Network's confidentiality rules.The above requirements may be verified through oral, written or practical tests during the selection process.Should there be no fully qualified applicants, this position will not necessarily be reposted. If you wish to be considered for this position and meet most of the requirements, you are encouraged to apply at this time.The employer reserves the right to shorten or extend temporary assignments for operational reasons.We thank all applicants. However, only those selected will be contacted.