Laboratory Technologist I

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

Job summary

Alberta Health Services (APL) Misericordia Community Hospital in Edmonton requires a Medical Laboratory Technologist I to handle daily processing, testing, and reporting of diagnostic samples. You will perform routine and specialized procedures across core lab sections, ensuring accuracy and quality control.

The role emphasizes instrument maintenance, teamwork, and adherence to departmental standards. Eligible for CMLTA registration is required, with shifts including days, evenings, nights and

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited MLT program.
• Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the CMLTA.
• Knowledge of LIS systems (Epic & WellSky) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process, test, and report diagnostic samples in the laboratory.
• Analyze specimens and validate results using automated or manual methods.
• Maintain accuracy of patient information and participate in quality control.
• Troubleshoot instruments and support daily workflow across core labs.

Education

Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program

Registration with CMLTA

Tools

Epic

WellSky

Sysmex

Cellavision Hematology

ACL Top Coagulation

Roche Cobas Chemistry

GeneXpert

Ortho Vision Swift

Ortho Optix

Job description

Under the direction of the Laboratory Manager and Clinical Supervisor, through collaboration, consultation and a team oriented approach, the Laboratory Technologist is responsible for: analyzing specimens and validating results by operating various types of automated equipment and or manual methods; ensuring accuracy of patient information and processing specimens; ensuring accuracy of results by participating in internal and external quality control programs; maintain and troubleshoot a variety of instruments by following established procedures to ensure optimal function of laboratory equipment; understand and maintain a working knowledge of all analytical techniques. Under the direction of the Technologist II, participating in orientation and training of new staff, co-workers and external clients including students and medical residents: monitoring and organizing daily workflow and adapting to accommodate fluctuations: displaying leadership and teamwork; always maintaining a professional demeanor. Works in core laboratory departments (Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation and Transfusion Medicine). The Laboratory Technologist I is responsible for the provision of services in accordance with established standards and the Mission, Vision, Values and policies and procedures of Alberta Precision Laboratories.The consequential vacancy process may be used to fill any resulting vacancies.

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, Core Lab
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 13-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 30-NOV-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 60
• 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: Lab, Core Lab
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 13-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 30-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 60
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• 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:

As required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of Laboratory Information Systems (Epic & WellSky) is preferred. Experience with Sysmex & Cellavision Hematology analyzer, ACL Top Coagulation analyzer, Roche Cobas Chemistry analyzer, and GeneXpert is preferred. Experience in Transfusion Medicine and Ortho Vision Swift analyzer & Ortho Optix workstation preferred.

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.

AB Precision Lab Zone, Edmonton, Misericordia Community Hosp

AB Precision Lab Zone, Edmonton, Misericordia Community Hosp

AB Precision Lab Zone, Edmonton, Misericordia Community Hosp