Laboratory Technologist I

Alberta Health Services (AHS); Edmonton; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AB Precision Lab Zone in Edmonton (U of A Hospital) is recruiting a Medical Laboratory Technologist I to perform hematology analyses, verify results, and maintain quality control. You will process diagnostic samples, operate analyzers, and report findings as part of Lab Medicine - Hematology.

The role requires accreditation, active CMLTA registration, and the ability to work independently or in a team, including on-call duties for CL3 containment if activated.

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).
• Good understanding of quality control theory and application.
• Strong cell morphology skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Process, test, analyze results and report diagnostic samples daily.
• Perform routine and specialized hematology procedures.
• Maintain instruments and troubleshoot analyzers; participate in QC/QA programs.
• Train new staff and students; support team operations.
• On call for risk group 4 pathogen testing with enhanced PPE in CL3 containment when activated.

Skills

Quality control

Cell morphology

Communication

Organization

Computer literacy

Education

MLT program accreditation

Tools

Sysmex XN-9000

SP-10

SP-50

CareSphere

Beaker

ACL TOPs

Job description

The successful candidate will perform Hematology analysis, including analytical testing, result verification, quality control, instrument maintenance, use of biological safety cabinet (BSC) and trouble shooting. The incumbent is expected to work independently and as part of a team as well as assist in the training of new staff and students. Should the Viral Hemorrhagic Fever Fan-Out be activated, the successful candidate will be required to be on call and test samples from a patient with risk group 4 pathogens, using enhanced personal protective equipment (PPE), performing procedures within a containment level 3 (CL3) laboratory.

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: Lab Medicine - Hematology
• Primary Location: U of A Hospital
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 03-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 23-NOV-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $38.74
• Maximum Salary: $51.02
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Laboratory Technologist I
• Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Lab Medicine - Hematology
• Primary Location: U of A Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 03-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off: Other
• 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:

Have a good understanding of quality control theory and application, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting hematology and coagulation analyzers.Good cell morphology skills.Must have the ability to listen, comprehend and orally respond to or relay information, directions or questions in person, over the phone or in writing, in an accurate, clear and concise manner.Candidate must be well organized, flexible and able to prioritize and work under pressure.Computer literacy and keyboarding skills required.Must possess the ability to promote positive working relationships.Demonstrates and promotes the APL values of Kindness, Inclusion, Innovation, Agility and Accuracy.Work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with Connect Care / Epic / Beaker.Recent experience in a high-volume Hematology labFamiliarity with Sysmex XN-9000, SP-10 or SP-50, CareSphere, Cellavision, ACL TOPsExperience with CSF counts and differentialsExperience with body fluid counts and differentialsExperience working in a Biological Safety CabinetGraduate with BSc in Medical Laboratory Science

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, Edmonton, U of A Hospital

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AB Precision Lab Zone, Edmonton, U of A Hospital