Laboratory Technologist I

Lacombe Hospital & Care Centre; City of Lacombe; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Lacombe seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist I to handle daily diagnostic samples, ensuring accurate testing and reporting. You will need to have completed an accredited MLT program and be eligible for registration with the CMLTA. Experience in hematology and phlebotomy is crucial, along with strong interpersonal skills. Join a dynamic team committed to excellent patient care and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible for registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Alberta (CMLTA).
• Must have current venipuncture and blood culture experience.
• Must possess excellent public relations and service-oriented skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily processing, testing, and reporting of diagnostic samples.
• Manage various routine and specialized laboratory procedures.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and patients.

Skills

Hematology

Clinical chemistry

Phlebotomy

Microscopic analysis

Interpersonal communication

Analytic skills

Education

Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program

Tools

Connect Care Epic

Unity Real Time

WellSky

MUSE

TIMS

Job description

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 : Laboratory
• Primary Location : Lacombe Hospital & Care Centre
• Location Details : As Per Location
• Multi-Site : Not Applicable
• FTE : 0.40
• Posting End Date : 18-AUG-2025
• Temporary Employee Class : Temp P / T Benefits
• Date Available : 28-AUG-2025
• Temporary End Date : 25-AUG-2026
• Hours per Shift : 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks : 12
• Shifts per cycle : 24
• Shift Pattern : Days, Evenings, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off : As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary : $35.45
• Maximum Salary : $46.69
• 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 :

Laboratory experience includes hematology, expanded chemistry, coagulation and urinalysis including microscopic analysis. Recent cardiology experience including ECGs. Current phlebotomy experience including venipuncture, micro puncture, blood culture and Type and Screen on all ages and patient types. Proven interpersonal, oral and written communication skills are required. Excellent public relations and a service-oriented manner are essential. Must be able to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with patients / clients, families, staff, inter-disciplinary team members and personnel from other departments in a fast-paced and changing environment. Proven analytic and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, logical / methodical work habits, and demonstrated ability to work independently are required. Candidate must be well organized and flexible.

Preferred Qualifications :

Connect Care Epic, Unity Real Time, WellSky, MUSE and TIMS experience and knowledge is preferred. Minimum 2 years' experience in a healthcare setting is preferred. Familiar with Ortho Vitros XT 3400, DxH 600, Clinitek Advantus, Access 2 and ACL Elite Pro instruments.