Medical Laboratory Technologist

Peterborough Regional Health Centre; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Peterborough Regional Health Centre as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) and be part of a dedicated team delivering exceptional care. Ideal for both new graduates and experienced professionals, this role offers a chance to advance in various laboratory specialties. PRHC, a top employer in healthcare, values your skills and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

Starting 3 weeks’ vacation

Pension program with matching employer contribution

Health and Wellness programs

Learning fund for educational development

Qualifications

• Certification by Canadian Society of Laboratory Medical Science.
• Current registration with College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario.
• Recent hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of routine tests in various specialty areas of the Laboratory.
• Assist Charge Technologist(s) and Laboratory Managers.
• Take charge in the absence of regular staff.

Skills

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

General Medical Laboratory Technologist certification by CSMLS

Current MLT registration with CMLTO

Tools

EPIC

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) Talent Pool

If you are interested in expanding your career path in Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) with an organization that values its people as the foundation of everything it does and everything it aspires to be, apply to join the Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) team today!

We are looking to hire Medical Laboratory Technologists (MLT) to meet current and upcoming needs at Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC). Candidates who apply to one of these positions will be placed on an eligibility list of qualified candidates and matched to hospital units in need. Both recent graduates and experienced professionals are encouraged to apply! Please indicate your areas of preference in your cover letter.

Areas of Opportunity:

• Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT)
• Core (Chemistry, Transfusion Medicine, Hematology, Chemistry)
• Histology
• Microbiology

Language: English

The PRHC Difference:

Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) is a regional hospital delivering acute healthcare to a rapidly growing population of more than 300,000 in Peterborough and the surrounding communities, including the First Nations of Curve Lake, Hiawatha and Alderville.

With an annual budget of nearly $390 million, and a proud local history extending back over a century, PRHC has nearly 500 inpatient beds and offers a wide range of services, including specialized programs in renal, stroke, cardiac, cancer care, vascular surgery and mental health & addictions.

PRHC is located in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada a 90-minute drive north-east of Toronto. We are the region’s largest employer with more than 3,100 staff, 450 physicians with privileges, and a core group of 250 volunteers

As a member of the PRHC team, you will be part of an exceptional working environment a forum to share knowledge, to lead and learn, to develop talents, relationships and careers, and a culture that recognizes and celebrates the efforts and achievements of its people.

PRHC is proud to be recognized as one of the top 20 employers nationwide in the healthcare and social services category, and 199 overall among 300 Canadian employers across all sectors, on the Canada’s Best Employers list released by Forbes in 2025.

Tops Benefits and perks:

• Starting 3 weeks’ vacation
• Pension program with matching employer contribution
• Health and Wellness programs (gym and yoga memberships, travel discounts, etc.)
• Learning fund for educational development

HOURS OF WORK:

The stated hours of work are approximate as schedules are subject to change with the operational needs of the Health Centre. Changes made to hours of work will follow the terms of the applicable collective agreement, company policy and/or legislation.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Responsible to the Charge Technologist(s) in the Area(s) in which they are working and to the Laboratory Manager(s) for performing a variety of routine tests in the various specialty areas of the Laboratory (e.g. Core Lab, Microbiology, Histology, etc.). When requested, takes charge of other areas during the absence of the regular Senior or Charge Technologists.

This can be challenging, but it is also rewarding. At PRHC, you will have the support you need from our team to be confident and capable in your ability to provide exceptional care.

If you are ready to contribute to PRHC achieving our vision of exceeding the expectations of our patients and families every day, we want to hear from you!

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• General: General Medical Laboratory Technologist certification by Canadian Society of Laboratory Medical Science (CSMLS) or equivalent.
• Holds current Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) registration in good standing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO).
• Recent Hospital experience preferred.
• Core: Recent Hospital Laboratory (Transfusion Medicine, Hematology, Chemistry) experience preferred (within 3 years).
• Histology: Previous recent experience in microtomy, embedding and general histology duties preferred (within 3 years).
• Microbiology: Recent Microbiology bench experience preferred (within 3 years).

WHO YOU ARE:

• Computer skills are essential - knowledge of EPIC and Microsoft programs such as Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to deal effectively and co-operatively with all levels of staff, patients, physicians, external regulatory bodies and the public.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills are important for interaction with patients and staff.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills are required to multi-task and prioritize workload.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a professional manner under stressful conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment and hours of work to meet patient needs.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions and use good judgement.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Demonstrated good ability to maintain attendance.
• Possess good concentration skills.
• This position involves sitting or standing for extended periods of times.
• Must have good teamwork skills and promote a positive attitude within the team.
• Demonstrated ability to keep up to date technically and apply that knowledge to the position.

OUR COMMITMENT:

At PRHC, we take great pride in maintaining an inclusive culture of respect and a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We do this because we understand that bringing different perspectives and backgrounds to the fulfillment of our mission, vision and values makes us better.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of all equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, black, racialized, women, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities, expressions, and sexual orientations. Even if your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification on this position, we still encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for another role within our organization.

Peterborough Regional Health Centre is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment that is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Should you require accommodation through the recruitment and selection process, please notify us by indicating this on your application form and upon initial contact by our recruitment team. This will ensure that we can tailor the recruitment process to meet your accommodation needs.

Thank you for your interest in the opportunity at PRHC. If you are selected to move forward in the recruitment process, you will be contacted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.