PROGRAMS & SERVICES

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Professional Development/Career Options  

In partnership with training institutions, allied health professions and experts in our field, the OSMT organizes a variety of continuing education programs in the form of interactive workshops, sessions, and lectures. Programs are designed for on-site visits, regional presentations, and for OSMT conferences. In response to member demand, the OSMT's professional development initiatives have broadened to include numerous disciplines and are delivered, for easy access, in locations throughout Ontario.
OSMT members receive discounted rates on all educational programs.

Publications  

All members receive an annual subscription to "Advocate", the Society's magazine that runs feature articles, case studies, educational reports, and provides information about advocacy issues to laboratory personnel.
Articles from members are always welcome.

Professional Liability Insurance

One exceptionally valuable benefit provided to ALL OSMT members is the protection of professional liability and legal defense insurance.  Premiums are included in your OSMT membership fee, at no additional cost, and provide $1,000,000 in liability coverage, $50,000 for legal expenses, and $100,000 for criminal defense reimbursement.  Coverage can also be applied to legal representation during CMLTO complaints, investigations and disciplinary incidents.
For more details or claims, please contact our broker, Pottruff & Smith at 416-798-8001, e-mail Michael Fitzgibbon at mfitzgibbon@pottruffsmith.com or visit the Pottruff & Smith website for more information.

• 1 million Professional Liability protection for each claim. ($2 million aggregate)

• No deductible

• 100% for all reasonable legal expenses related to any hearing or investigation by provincial investigation bodies, to a maximum of $50,000 per hearing

• Loss of earnings to a maximum of $50

• Criminal Defense Reimbursement (if found not guilty) to a limit of $100,000

The OSMT serves the interests of MLTs and MLA/Ts as a unified voice and advocate of professional issues in Ontario. The OSMT Board monitors and reviews any proposed legislative changes that will affect the laboratory profession and responds in the best interests of its membership. This includes communications with the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care and other government Ministries, with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO), and with educators and employers.


Certification of Medical Laboratory Assistants/Technicians

The OSMT is the official certifying body for Medical Laboratory Assistants/Technicians (MLA/Ts) in the province of Ontario.  The Society's certification program validates that an individual has attained a recognized level of standards and training through OSMT approved educational institutions. With the use of an examination process, the Society has granted MLA/T certification to over 8,000 individuals.  Certification by the OSMT is regarded as a mandatory requirement of employment by many Ontario laboratories.  

The OSMT organizes conferences to provide venues for professional development, exposure to new technologies, opportunities to network with colleagues and for our Annual General Meeting.  OSMT conferences are held each fall in different cities throughout the province.

Hotline

OSMT members receive access to our "HOTLINE" connection of resource members who can help you resolve on-the-job technical problems.

Affinity Programs

Home and Auto Insurance

Johnson Scholarship and Academic Grant Program
Administered by The Johnson Trust

The Johnson Family established the Johnson Insurance Business in Newfoundland more than 100 years ago and it has now grown to be one of the leading Insurance and Benefit Organizations in Canada. The Johnson Scholarship and Academic Grant Program was established and funded in 1998, by Paul J. Johnson and Members of the Corporate Leadership Team.

Scholarships
Scholarships are to assist students beginning post-secondary studies following the completion of high school.

Academic Grants
Grants are to assist those returning to post-secondary studies following an absence of two or more years and for those beginning studies as a mature student.

Who May Apply?
Association Members and Staff (and their dependents) who are currently enrolled in any Johnson Incorporated coverage.

Amount:
Scholarships and Academic Grants are for $1,000 each.
There will be a total of 100 Scholarships and Academic Grants awarded annually.

When Should Application be made?
Scholarships - on the completion of graduating year from high school and are due by September 15.
Academic Grants - at any time

Application Forms
Application forms can be obtained by calling toll-free 1-888-737-1088.

OSMT members receive a 10% discount of Hertz Standard Rates or a minimum 5% discount off Hertz Leisure Rates at participating Canadian and U.S. locations plus special international discounts.  Hertz also offers navigational aids such as Computerized Driving Directions and Hertz Neverlost for ease in reaching destinations.

All OSMT members are supplied with a Hertz discount card and number. 

Click on the Hertz logo to go directly to their website.

Discounts on Hotel Reservations

AFM Business Advantage program provides OSMT members with special corporate rates at all Ramada, Howard Johnson, Travellers, Hawthorn, Park Plaza, and Astor hotels across Canada.  Corporate ID numbers are available from the OSMT office and on our Members Only/Employment Opportunities page.

Eye-Care and Insurance Program

AIL (American Income Life Insurance Company) is now providing two benefits to OSMT members in good-standing at no cost to the OSMT or to its membership.

• Each member is now automatically covered by a $3,500 Accidental Death and Dismemberment Policy.  All OSMT members are covered, with or without a policy certificate, but a reply card must be returned to have your certificate delivered and to designate your beneficiary.

• Members and their families can also take advantage of a Family Eyecare Program that provides a discount off eyewear at participating Hakim Optical, Real Canadian Superstores, Loblaws, Zehrs, and Real Atlantic Superstores locations at no extra cost.  Again, members wishing to join the eyecare program need to return a card in order to have their discount delivered.

• Members are entitled to a free Child Safe Kit.

• There is also an optional travel benefit members and their families can take advantage of.  An annual membership fee of $10.00 through Quest Travel Plan,  will provide members with discounts on hotels, vacation condominiums, major cruise lines, and car rentals.  

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