Laboratory Technologist I

Alberta Precision Labs; City of Cold Lake; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services (AHS) in Cold Lake seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist I to handle daily processing, testing and reporting of diagnostic samples in the laboratory department.

You will perform routine and specialized procedures, maintain QC records, and participate in staff training. The role requires adaptability to days, evenings, nights and weekends on a 7.75 hour shift cycle.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program.
• Registration or eligibility to practice with CMLTA.
• Strong organizational, communication and problem solving skills.
• Ability to operate daily in a fast-paced laboratory setting and train new staff.
• Proficiency in QC procedures and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Process, test, analyze and report diagnostic samples daily.
• Perform routine and specialized laboratory procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and QC documentation.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and liaise with Charge Technologist.

Skills

Organizational skills

Responsibility

Technical instrument operation

Equipment maintenance

Staff training

Effective communication

Analytical problem solving

Quality control procedures

Troubleshooting

Education

MLT program completion

Active or eligible CMLTA registration

Tools

XT3400 Chemistry analyzer

Access II

iStat

Triage Meter

ACL Elite Pro

Sysmex XN550

Clinitek

ID-MTS gel system

Job description

Cold Lake is a city in northeastern Alberta, Canada and is named after the lake nearby. Named after the Cree legend of \"Kinosoo\", Kinosoo Beach in the Town of Cold Lake was voted one of Canada's Top 25 Beaches in 2008 by Canadian Geographic Magazine. The water is clear and shallow in marked swimming area which makes the beach popular with families.Cold Lake is situated near many campgrounds due to its proximity to the lake. The Provincial campground boasts a wilderness trail system, a beach, boat launch and a powered section. Nearby Meadow Lake Provincial Park to the east, across the border in Saskatchewan, has facilities similar to Cold Lake Provincial Park. Kinosoo Beach is a favorite destination during the hot summer months between June and August. The Iron Horse Trail, a recreational trail situated on a former railway line, and cold lake museums, can also be found in Cold Lake. Recreational pastimes include, hockey, lacrosse, martial arts, rugby, soccer, swimming, bowling, curling, gymnastics, golf, horseback riding, the rodeo, dance, sailing, boating, fishing, downhill skiing, roller derby, volleyball, baseball, and figure skating.

Description:

As a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) I, you will be responsible for the daily processing, testing, results analysis and reporting of diagnostic samples within the laboratory department. You will perform a variety of routine and specialized procedures in the processing of specimens used in diagnosis, treatment and research.

• Classification: Laboratory Technologist I


• Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH


• Unit and Program: Cold Lake Hospital Laboratory


• Primary Location: Cold Lake Hlthcare/Mental Hlth


• Multi-Site: Not Applicable


• FTE: 1.00


• Posting End Date: 10-NOV-2026


• Employee Class: Regular Full Time


• Date Available: 28-DEC-2026


• Length of Shift in weeks: 2


• Shifts per cycle: 10


• Days Off: As Per Rotation


• Minimum Salary: $38.74


• Maximum Salary: $51.02


• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Laboratory Technologist I


• Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH


• Unit and Program: Cold Lake Hospital Laboratory


• Primary Location: Cold Lake Hlthcare/Mental Hlth


• Location Details: As Per Location


• Multi-Site: Not Applicable


• FTE: 1.00


• Posting End Date: 10-NOV-2026


• Employee Class: Regular Full Time


• Date Available: 28-DEC-2026


• Hours per Shift: 7.75


• Length of Shift in weeks: 2


• Shifts per cycle: 10


• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call


• Days Off: As Per Rotation


• Minimum Salary: $38.74


• Maximum Salary: $51.02


• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program.Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Alberta (CMLTA).

Additional Required Qualifications:

The successful candidate should have good organizational skills and ability to assume responsibility. Ability to operate technical instruments and equipment daily and assisting with equipment maintenance. Participation in training of new staff. Must be able to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in a fast-paced and changing environment. Proven analytic and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, logical/methodical work habits, and ability to work independently. Performing all required Quality Control procedures, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records. Investigating and documenting Quality Control problems and following up with Charge Technologist. Following all established policies and procedures for performing and reporting various laboratory procedures using manual and automated processes. Troubleshooting and documenting technical problems and contacting service, as required. Must be able to represent Laboratory Medicine in a respectful, professional, and courteous manner.

Preferred Qualifications:

Core lab experience within the last 2 years and phlebotomy experience. Laboratory Experience operating the following analyzers: XT3400 Chemistry analyzer, Access II, iStat, Triage Meter, ACL Elite Pro, Sysmex XN550, Clinitek. Advantus, and experience with ID-MTS gel system for Transfusion Medicine. EPIC LIS experience.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with APL.

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AB Precision Lab Zone, Cold Lake, Cold Lake Hlthcare/Mental Hlth

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