Laboratory Technologist I

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Alberta is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist I at its Edmonton Hub Lab. This role involves processing, testing, and analyzing diagnostic samples in a team-oriented environment. Candidates should have completed an accredited MLT program and possess recent experience in high-volume Hematology. The role offers a competitive salary range of $35.45 to $46.69 per hour and includes various shift patterns. Flexible availability is required, along with a passion for quality laboratory services.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Alberta (CMLTA).
• Experience within the past 24 months working as a Medical Laboratory Technologist in high volume Hematology.
• Student experience within the past 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Daily processing, testing, results analysis and reporting of diagnostic samples.
• Perform a variety of routine and specialized procedures in laboratory.

Skills

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Decision making

Time management

Education

Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program

Tools

DxH900

IL TOP

Peripheral smear review

Alethia

Malaria smear review

Infectious mono

Job description

Your Opportunity

The Core Lab department at the Edmonton Hub Lab consists of distinct testing areas for Chemistry, Hematology, and Urinalysis. In Core Lab Hematology you will experience a high volume, well organized and efficient environment with strict quality control guidelines in place. The department relies heavily on teamwork to meet operational requirements. Core Lab staff participate in the mentorship and training of students from NAIT and the University of Alberta. The department has a challenging environment where you can demonstrate problem solving, troubleshooting, decision making and time management skills.

Description

As a Medical Laboratory Technologist 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.

Responsibilities

• Classification: Laboratory Technologist I
• Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Base Lab, Core Lab Hematology & Urinalysis
• Primary Location: Base Laboratory
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.80
• Posting End Date: 23-SEP-2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 20-OCT-2025
• Temporary End Date: 25-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 8
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• 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

Experience within the past 24 months working as a Medical Laboratory Technologist in high volume Hematology, or student experience within the past 24 months.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with the following instrumentation or tests: DxH900, IL TOP, Peripheral smear review, Alethia, Malaria smear review, Infectious mono.