Medical Laboratory Lab Technologist (MLA/MLS)

Confederation College; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

Confederation College is seeking a Medical Laboratory Lab Technologist to support the MLA/MLS programs by guiding student performance in laboratory and simulation settings. You will assist with equipment prep, inventory, and safety documentation to ensure a safe learning environment.

The role requires a CSMLS certification as MLT with a minimum of two years of clinical laboratory experience, plus strong QA and LIS knowledge.

Qualifications

• CSMLS certification as Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) or equivalent.
• Minimum two years of clinical lab experience in one or more disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of quality assurance and biosafety practices.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching in MLA/MLS programs and assist students in labs and simulations.
• Order, organize, and maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and learning resources.
• Ensure safety, biosafety, and biosafety documentation compliance per PHAC and CSMLS standards.
• Maintain inventory records and assist with lab quality control activities.

Skills

Lab safety

Quality assurance

Specimen handling

Equipment maintenance

Lab instrumentation

Education

CSMLS certification (MLT)

Tools

LIS systems (Meditech/Wellsky)

Job description

Medical Laboratory Lab Technologist (MLA/MLS)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

In keeping with our strategic plan commitment to fostering Access and Success, Community Prosperity and Institutional Excellence, we encourage applications from persons of Indigenous ancestry. In accordance with Confederation College’s core values of respect, caring and openness we are committed to providing our current and future employees with a workplace that is safe, healthy and fair. As such we are fragrance free, fully accessible and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact Human Resources Services at [phone] to make appropriate arrangements.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Medical Laboratory Lab Technologist (MLA/MLS)

Posting Type

Posting Type Temporary

Classification Title

Classification Title PT Support 8

Pay Band

Pay Band 8

Min Salary $34.03

Max Salary $42.54

Position Summary

The Medical Laboratory Sciences Laboratory Technologist ( MLS Technologist) supports student learning and skill development within the Medical Laboratory Assistant ( MLA ) and Medical Laboratory Technologist ( MLT ) programs by assisting students in achieving established learning outcomes identified in program course outlines. The MLS Technologist assists and guides student performance in laboratory and simulation settings through the delivery of laboratory activities, demonstrations, equipment preparation, and technical support. Responsibilities include ordering, organizing, maintaining, and troubleshooting laboratory equipment, supplies, specimens, and learning resources, as well as maintaining accurate inventory records.
As part of this role, the MLS Technologist is responsible for supporting laboratory quality, safety, biosafety, and biosecurity practices in accordance with Public Health Agency of Canada ( PHAC ) requirements, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System ( WHMIS ) standards, applicable provincial legislation, and accreditation requirements established by Accreditation Canada EQual and the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science ( CSMLS ). This includes maintaining laboratory equipment, quality control records, safety documentation, standard operating procedures, and other resources necessary to support a safe and effective learning environment.
Working under the direction of the Academic Manager and faculty members assigned to the labs, the MLS Technologist provides students with opportunities to develop and refine technical competencies in specimen collection, specimen processing, laboratory operations, quality assurance, and diagnostic testing procedures. The incumbent collaborates with management, faculty, support staff, vendors, and contractors to support laboratory operations, maintenance, and safety. The MLS Technologist is responsible for the operation, organization, and maintenance of assigned Medical Laboratory Sciences teaching laboratories, preparation rooms, and storage areas.

Location/Campus

Location/Campus Thunder Bay Campus

Education

Minimum level of formal education required for the position

Minimum level of formal education required for the position 3 year diploma/degree plus professional certification or equivalent education

Additional Requirements

• Current CPR /First Aid certification.
• WHMIS training and annual updates.
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods ( TDG ) training, where applicable.
• Public Health Agency of Canada ( PHAC ) laboratory biosafety training.
• Health and Safety awareness training.
• Laboratory Information System ( LIS ) experience (e.g., Meditech, Wellsky, or equivalent laboratory information systems).
• Quality Management Systems ( QMS ) and laboratory quality assurance training.
• Training related to specimen handling, biosafety, infection prevention and control, and laboratory risk management.

Field(s) of Study

Graduate of a recognized Medical Laboratory Technology program with current certification through the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science ( CSMLS ) as a Medical Laboratory Technologist ( MLT ).
Consideration may be given to candidates with a combination of a Medical Laboratory Technology diploma/degree and demonstrated expertise in medical laboratory practice relevant to the instructional requirements of the program.

Experience

Typical number of years of experience, in addition to the necessary education level, required to perform the responsibilities of the position

Typical number of years of experience, in addition to the necessary education level, required to perform the responsibilities of the position Minimum of two (2) years

Type of Experience

Recent practical experience with the knowledge, skills, and professional judgment required in contemporary medical laboratory practice. Demonstrated understanding of laboratory procedures, quality assurance processes, laboratory safety standards, specimen management, and diagnostic testing principles.
Recent experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist in a clinical laboratory setting requiring current knowledge and proficiency in one or more disciplines including:

• Clinical Chemistry
• Hematology
• Microbiology
• Transfusion Science
• Histotechnology
• Specimen Collection and Processing

Experience working with laboratory instrumentation, analyzers, microscopes, centrifuges, incubators, quality control systems, and laboratory information systems.
Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory quality management systems, accreditation requirements, biosafety practices, infection prevention and control principles, and regulatory standards applicable to medical laboratory environments.
Experience performing equipment maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and quality control processes in accordance with established laboratory procedures.
Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and computer skills, with the ability to support student learning and technical skill development in a post-secondary laboratory environment.
Preferred experience in a teaching, simulation, clinical education, or laboratory training environment, including experience supporting laboratory demonstrations, competency assessment, remediation activities, and student skill development.
Hands-on experience working with a variety of laboratory technologies, information systems, and educational technologies used in medical laboratory training programs.

Posting Number

Posting Number SU-P-24-201P

Close Date

Close Date 09/14/2026

Hours of Work

Hours of Work 24 hrs/week

Shift Type

Shift Type variable

Special Instructions to Applicant

In keeping with our strategic plan commitment to fostering Access and Success, Community Prosperity and Institutional Excellence, we encourage applications from persons of Indigenous ancestry. In accordance with Confederation College’s core values of respect, caring and openness we are committed to providing our current and future employees with a workplace that is safe, healthy and fair. As such we are fragrance free, fully accessible and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact Human Resources Services at [phone] to make appropriate arrangements.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter (Address to Human Resources)

Optional Documents

Confederation College
P.O. Box 398, 1450 Nakina Drive
Thunder Bay, ON P7C 4W1