Laboratory Technologist I

Alberta Precision Laboratories; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Precision Laboratories is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform diagnostic testing and reporting. Located in Red Deer, this role offers competitive salaries and opportunities for professional development within a supportive healthcare environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Active or eligible for registration with CMLTA.
• Recent Anatomical Pathology experience in a clinical setting.
• Interest in department efficiency projects.

Responsibilities

• Daily processing, testing, and reporting of diagnostic samples.
• Perform routine and specialized procedures for diagnosis and research.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Completion of accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program

Tools

Epic Beaker

Dragon Voice recognition

Job description

You're logical, investigative, and detail-oriented - just the kind of person we need at Alberta Precision Laboratories for the role of Medical Laboratory Technologist. In this role, you help clinicians and patients get the information they need to get a correct diagnosis, and restore, maintain, or optimize health. You'll have the opportunity to perform a variety of routine and specialized tests, including daily processing, testing, resulting, and reporting of diagnostic samples.

APL is the new, wholly owned subsidiary of Alberta Health Services and is ready to deliver high-quality, responsive diagnostic lab services to Albertans as a part of the provincial healthcare system. With competitive salaries, opportunities for professional development, and comprehensive benefits, you can truly thrive. Make a difference in your own community as you help healthcare professionals and patients get the information that they need to improve, optimize, or maintain health.

Red Deer is one of Alberta's largest cities, with approximately 100,000 residents, located near the midpoint of the Calgary-Edmonton Corridor. It has been named both a prime location for business and the Cultural Capital of Canada. Home to the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame, there are plenty of teams, sports, and activities for all ages, as well as local public, private, francophone, and post-secondary education options. With all the necessary amenities and a friendly small-town feel, you'll love living and working in this beautiful city.

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, Anatomical Pathology
• Primary Location : Red Deer Regional Hospital
• Multi-Site : Not Applicable
• FTE : 1.00
• Posting End Date : 20-MAY-2025
• Temporary Employee Class : Temp F / T Benefits
• Date Available : 02-JUN-2025
• Temporary End Date : 18-JUL-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks : 8
• Shifts per cycle : 40
• Shift Pattern : Days
• Days Off : Saturday / Sunday
• 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 :

Recent Anatomical Pathology experience in a clinical setting.

Preferred Qualifications :

Working knowledge of Epic Beaker and experience with Dragon Voice recognition for gross dictation. Demonstrated ability and interest to actively participate in department efficiency projects.