Anatomic or General Pathologist

Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) North Sector, in partnership with the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, in Edmonton, Alberta is seeking a qualified full time Anatomic or General Pathologist.

This position will join a group of general and anatomical pathologists, medical microbiologists and clinical chemists providing laboratory services at our Edmonton Base Hub Lab. (EDMBL). The successful candidate is required to have excellent skills in surgical pathology. Part of the role includes education for colleagues, allied health professionals and trainees in postgraduate as well as undergraduate training programs.

Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Alberta Health Services (AHS). APL is the sole provider of lab services in the province of Alberta. APL’s focus is on patients first - ensuring the safety, accessibility, and stability of lab services across Alberta. APL provides expert consultation to assist care providers and users of the service. The depth and breadth of medical expertise results in a premium level of testing quality, service, follow up care, and support to our customers and their patients.

Job Summary & Responsibilities 

The General or Anatomical Pathologist must maintain the highest possible standards of practice including prompt delivery of services to match established key performance indicators and provincial metrics, must actively participate in quality assurance and quality improvement programs. 

Candidates must be able to demonstrate:

·        Effective communication, skills in quality assurance and operational efficiency 

·        Ability to work in a dynamic changing environment 

·        Ability to balance service and quality imperative in a resource-sensitive environment

·        Ability to work collaboratively and being an overall team play

Interested persons meeting the above qualifications should submit their curriculum vitae, with three referees.                                               

In accordance with the Canadian Foreign Workers requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians citizens

 and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.  Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) respects, appreciates, and encourages diversity. This position is available for AHS Sponsorship.

 Please note that all new staff to APL must provide a criminal records check in compliance with the Protection for Persons in Care Act.

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