Laboratory Technologist I

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

Job summary

Alberta Health Services (AHS) seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist I for Vulcan Hospital. You will process, test, analyze and report diagnostic samples in a busy lab, performing routine and specialized procedures on specimens.

The role includes days, evenings, weekends, and on-call duties with a 0.70 FTE. Minimum salary spans $38.74–$51.02 hourly, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited MLT program.
• Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the CMLTA.
• Experience in core laboratory areas: hematology, chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis, transfusion medicine.
• Experience in phlebotomy.

Responsibilities

• Process, test, analyze and report diagnostic results in the laboratory.
• Perform routine and specialized procedures on specimens.
• Work days/evenings/weekends/on call per rotation.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

Accredited MLT program

CLXT diploma (optional)

Tools

Connect Care

Job description

Vulcan, Alberta offers small-town charm with big-hearted community spirit, where neighbors know your name and wide-open skies are part of everyday life. We boast great health services, accommodation, recreation, attractions, schools, professional and personal services just to name a few. We invite you to explore Vulcan’s frontier, a community that offers you experience that is out of this world!As a member of the interdisciplinary team this position, utilize your communication skills as you work collaboratively with patients and clients and families, all within a fast-paced changing environment. In this role you will often perform phlebotomy on all ages of patients, and neonatal skin punctures. With your strong attention to detail, you can organize, set priorities, and multitask throughout the day. The scope of practice is a continuum ranging from basic to highly complex procedures and activities within the laboratory, utilizing your critical thinking and troubleshooting abilitiesIn this role you will have the opportunity to work both day and evening shifts, during the week and on weekends, as well as on call. This Vacancy may be eligible for Recruitment Incentive with a Return of Service agreement. This Vacancy may be eligible for Relocation Assistance with a Return of Service Agreement.This position may be filled by a qualified Medical Laboratory Technologist or alternatively a Combined Laboratory X-Ray Technologist.

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
• Primary Location: Vulcan Hospital
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.70
• Posting End Date: 03-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 15-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 30-NOV-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 7
• 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: Laboratory
• Primary Location: Vulcan Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.70
• Posting End Date: 03-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 15-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 30-NOV-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 7
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends, On Call
• 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:

Experience working in core laboratory including hematology, chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis, specimen procurement and handling, and transfusion medicine.Experience in phlebotomy.Experience using Microsoft programs.For CLXT applicants: Completion of diploma from an accredited program in Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technology (CLXT). Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Combined Laboratory and X-ray Technologists (ACCLXT).

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum 1 year experience as a MLT or CLXT within Rural Zone laboratory is an asset.Connect Care experience.

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.