Laboratory Technologist I

Alberta Precision Labs; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Precision Labs in Edmonton is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist I (Virology) to perform routine and specialized serology and molecular testing, report results, and support quality systems within the U of A Hospital.

You will participate in on-call, after-hours coverage, operate PCR and serology equipment, and contribute to accreditation processes. Minimum MLT program completion and active CMLTA registration are 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).
• Ability to be regularly scheduled to provide after-hours and On Call support.
• Demonstrated problem solving and teamwork in a lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Operates and performs testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting on technical equipment.
• Performs PCR and serology testing and other specialized testing.
• Participates in evaluation of new methodologies and accreditation processes.
• Maintains required competencies through competency assessment programs.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

MLT program

Tools

eMag

Magmax

Magpix

Thermal cyclers

Job description

As a Medical Laboratory Technologist in Clinical Microbiology (Virology) you will perform, interpret, and report a variety of routine and specialized serology and microbiological tests, following standard operating procedures. Technologist I will work within a collaborative team setting and ensure quality competency, high-quality testing operations, and accurate results. Additionally, the Laboratory Technologist I will follow established safety protocols and work within the established quality system to uphold required accreditation standards. Specific Accountabilities: Operates and performs testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting on technical equipment, performs both PCR and serology testing and other specialized testing, participates in the evaluation of new methodologies, participates in training of new staff, students and residents, participates in procedure reviews and accreditation processes, maintains required competencies through participation in the competency assessment programs.

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: Virology
• Primary Location: U of A Hospital
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.80
• Posting End Date: 08-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 05-OCT-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 8
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $37.61
• Maximum Salary: $49.53
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Laboratory Technologist I
• Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Virology
• Primary Location: U of A Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.80
• Posting End Date: 08-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 05-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 8
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $37.61
• Maximum Salary: $49.53
• 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:

Ability to be regularly scheduled to provide after-hours and On Call support.Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills.Demonstrated excellent problem solving, decision making, and trouble-shooting skills.Proven interpersonal skills and experience working in a team setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum of one year of experience within the past five years in a Diagnostic or Public Health Laboratory.Minimum of six month to one year of experience within the past five years operating molecular instrumentation in a clinical laboratory setting including eMag, Magmax, Magpix and thermal cyclers.Minimum of six month to one year of experience within the past five years performing serological testing in a clinical laboratory setting.Experience with the EPIC Beaker Information System.

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, U of A Hospital

AB Precision Lab Zone, Edmonton, U of A Hospital