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Many of the Society's activities focus on the laboratory profession's ability
to adapt to the changing requirements in the provision of laboratory services.
to adapt to the changing requirements in the provision of laboratory services.
December 14, 2011
New Members-Only Service
A new Quality Assurance Tracking tool is available to OSMT members. Just e-mail or phone the OSMT office to receive a copy of this complimentary document.
E-mail: osmt@osmt.org Phone: 416-485-6768 or 1-800-461-6768
December 14, 2011
Protect Yourself with OSMT Professional Liability Insurance
September 30, 2011
The OSMT Needs You!
Join the Professional Development Committee
Join the Professional Development Committee
The OSMT is renewing its Professional Development program and needs the help of its members. MLTs and MLA/Ts have fewer free hours and PD dollars are limited. We need a PD program that will make best use of the time and money available.
We have a number of initiatives. We are continuing to offer the on-site workshops and presentations that have been the backbone of our Professional Development Program. We are also moving into some new spheres.
Since last April, the OSMT has been providing resources for self-directed studies through the AHPDF’s Electronic Health Library (www.ahpdf.ca). We are looking forward to development of web-based seminars and presentations.
Who do we need?
OSMT members from all regions of the province, from all departments.
There is no minimum experience required.
What is your commitment?
Communicate with MLTs in the labs in your area.
‘Meet” with the PD Committee by teleconference.
Benefits
Earn credit towards your professional portfolio.
Take a leadership role by bringing education to your colleagues.
Take advantage of this opportunity to add to your professional portfolio!
Fill out the application form and send it in by mail, e-mail it to osmt@osmt.orgor fax it to 416-485-7660.
September 1, 2011
How Many CE Hours Do You Have Under Your Belt?
We are approaching the end of the year when all MLTs look at the status of their Professional Portfolio. Are you short a few of the 30 hours of the continuing education required for 2011? Go to “Electronic Health Library Articles” under the “Members Only’ section. There are a number of articles covering 8 disciplines. We provide documentation sheets to record your activities.
The postings are increasing monthly. Each article has a suggested continuing education credit of 1 to 2 hours to add to your Professional Portfolio. You can increase the CE credit by completing the follow up activities. There are a range of activities:
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self administered quizzes
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reflective questions on the article
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analysis of results from your lab in relation to findings in the article
Expand the knowledge base within your discipline. Expand your knowledge in other disciplines. Increase the scope of activities in your continuing education.
Try the AHPDF’s Electronic Health Library.
July 22, 2011
The OSMT Invites its Members to Participate in Renewal of the MLA/T Certification Exam
The OSMT is committed to ensuring that MLA/T training and testing is up-to-date and relevant to the current scope of practice in Ontario. As part of this commitment, the OSMT continually renews the MLA/T Certification Exam.
We are assembling panels of experienced MLTs and MLA/Ts to review selected questions from the exam and draft new questions. The time commitment consists of a few hours training at home on writing exam questions followed by a one-day session at the OSMT office.
Scope of Commitment:
Read the manual on writing exam questions
Identify reference materials for your selected section of the exam
Participate in a one day exam writing session
Read the manual on writing exam questions
Identify reference materials for your selected section of the exam
Participate in a one day exam writing session
Qualifications:
MLT or MLA/T with minimum of 5 years experience
Expertise in one or more laboratory technology specialties
Member of the OSMT
MLT or MLA/T with minimum of 5 years experience
Expertise in one or more laboratory technology specialties
Member of the OSMT
Take advantage of this opportunity to contribute to the practice of medical technology. Develop skills to prepare for teaching or training!
Add to your professional portfolio!
Add to your professional portfolio!
Download and fill out the application form and return by fax (416-485-7660) or e-mail attachment to osmt@osmt.org.
May 6, 2011
AHPDF Funding Extended Another Year
For the sixth consecutive year, funding is available through HealthForceOntario to support eligible health professionals access professional development opportunities through the Allied Health Professional Development Fund. Practising/active members of nine allied health professions will be able to apply for as much as $1,500 for professional development activities. This year, the fund will provide grants for professional development opportunities completed between April 1, 2011 and March 31, 2012. See www.ahpdf.ca for details.
April 26, 2011
Use the Electronic Health Library for CE Credit
The OSMT has started posting articles from the AHPDF Electronic Health Library in a variety of disciplines. Visit the Members Only section of the OSMT website for the current postings. More postings will follow in subsequent months.
February 1, 2011
Attention Employers: Post Jobs for Free
Employers are encouraged to post medical laboratory technology job opportunities free-of-charge on the OSMT website. Also, this summer the OSMT website will be linked to HFOJobs, an Ontario government job portal, giving global access to Ontario’s largest free healthcare job search engine. More details about posting jobs are available by contacting the OSMT office at 1-800-461-6768.
January 6, 2010
Allied Health Professional Development Fund Librarian Services Pilot
As part of its continuing commitment to your professional development, the Allied Health Professional Development Fund (AHPDF) is pleased to tell you about a new, improved way to access the Electronic Health Library.
In March 2009, a survey of allied health professionals showed that more than 50% of respondents would use the Electronic Health Library if they had access to a professional librarian to assist with their searches. Based on this valuable feedback, we’re pleased to announce the launch of a pilot project through which eligible allied health professionals will have access to one-on-one librarian services when using the Electronic Health Library.
Beginning in January 2010, take advantage of personalized librarian services via email and/telephone. Librarians will be available to assist you in your Electronic Health Library searches, helping you make the most of this valuable information resource.
How can I access these one-on-one librarian services?
Beginning in January 2010, there will be an ‘Ask the Librarian’ link found within the Electronic Health Library site accessed from (www.ahpdf.ca). Simply click the link to submit an email request to the librarian or to obtain telephone information.
Beginning in January 2010, there will be an ‘Ask the Librarian’ link found within the Electronic Health Library site accessed from (www.ahpdf.ca). Simply click the link to submit an email request to the librarian or to obtain telephone information.
What are the benefits of the Electronic Health Library?
Those who already use it know what a tremendous resource the library is. For those who haven’t used it yet, the library provides access to the most recent health care literature to help professionals determine the best approach to evidence-based practice. The AHPDF has invested in a multi-year subscription to this library to support your professional development.
Those who already use it know what a tremendous resource the library is. For those who haven’t used it yet, the library provides access to the most recent health care literature to help professionals determine the best approach to evidence-based practice. The AHPDF has invested in a multi-year subscription to this library to support your professional development.
Which professions are eligible?
Professionals eligible for this pilot must be currently registered as an audiologist, speech-language pathologist, dietitian, medical laboratory technologist, medical radiation technologist, occupational therapist, pharmacist, physiotherapist or respiratory therapist.
Professionals eligible for this pilot must be currently registered as an audiologist, speech-language pathologist, dietitian, medical laboratory technologist, medical radiation technologist, occupational therapist, pharmacist, physiotherapist or respiratory therapist.
A few Key points:
• You must have a user account to access the Electronic Health Library
• The librarian/library technician is not to conduct the search for you; it is intended that they will coach and support you in carrying out your own search
• You will be required to provide your name, professional designation and registration number prior to commencement of services
• You must verbally specify that you are not attending school full time or have access to a health sciences library at your place of employment to qualify for the service
• You are limited to one search per month and cannot exceed 4 hours of librarian/library support per search
• You will be requested to complete an online user satisfaction survey
• You must have a user account to access the Electronic Health Library
• The librarian/library technician is not to conduct the search for you; it is intended that they will coach and support you in carrying out your own search
• You will be required to provide your name, professional designation and registration number prior to commencement of services
• You must verbally specify that you are not attending school full time or have access to a health sciences library at your place of employment to qualify for the service
• You are limited to one search per month and cannot exceed 4 hours of librarian/library support per search
• You will be requested to complete an online user satisfaction survey
We strongly encourage you to take advantage of this valuable information tool. We will provide you with further updates (e.g. FAQs, brochures, etc.) as they become available on the AHPDF website (www.ahpdf.ca).
