Medical Laboratory Technologist

Dynacare; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dynacare in Winnipeg is seeking a General Duty Technologist to perform a range of routine microbiology tests and release results following established procedures. You will work with the Microbiology department, ensuring accuracy, safety, and timely reporting.

The role requires MLT registration, experience in microbiology, and thorough QC practices, with responsibilities including bench work, calibration, and mentoring newer staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be Medical Laboratory Technologist registered in good standing with CSMLS and CMLTM.
• Experience in microbiology and QC procedures required.
• Strong attention to safety, accuracy and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine microbiology laboratory procedures and release results according to SOPs.
• Process microbiology specimens and maintain accurate records of test results.
• Conduct QC checks and instrument calibration; prepare QC reports.
• Train and mentor new staff as needed; maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Communicate workload changes and issues to supervisor promptly.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

CSMLS certification

CMLTM registration

Tools

Quality control documentation

Microbiology specimen processing

Job description

POSITION TITLE: General Duty Technologist

INTERNAL CLOSING DATE: November 2, 2026

LOCATIONS: King Edward 100-830 King Edward Street

CLASSIFICATION: Full-time Permanent

DEPARTMENT: Microbiology

COMPENSATION: As per Collective Agreement

WORKING SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm/Tuesday to Saturday ,Alternating (37.5 hours per week)

Job Summary

As a Medical laboratory Technologist, you will be responsible for the performance and release of various laboratory tests following set processes and procedures, all in keeping with Dynacare’s mission and values.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs a variety of routine laboratory procedures to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease..

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Process Microbiology specimens.
• Perform bench work according to daily schedule or as otherwise needed.
• Follow SOP’s as per specific department manual for all procedures.
• Ensure all equipment is operating and appropriate QC is performed.
• Prepares chemical solutions as required.
• Maintain accurate records for all test and control results.
• Demonstrates procedures to newly hired Technologists, Technicians and other staff as necessary.
• Performs routine equipment maintenance and calibrations.
• Prepares QC statistical reports on monthly basis.
• Required to observe all safety precautions in the performance of all duties.
• Maintains a tidy and clean work area.
• Communicates with supervisor all significant changes in workload, and discusses problems, procedures and

other responsibilities.

• Maintains and places orders for consumables.
• Informs Lab Manager or Section Supervisory Technologist of all complaints made by physicians or patients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLED KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge

• Medical Laboratory Technologist registered in good standing with and CSMLS & CMLTM.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of Quality Control documentation and procedures.
• Knowledge of microbiology specimen processing.
• Experience in Microbiology required.

Social Processing Skills

• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.
• Experience in word processing preferred.
• Ability to instruct new employees in specimen processing specific to microbiology.
• Ability to work independently and within a group environment.
• Ability multitask and work in a team environment.

Please refer to Article 2 and 7 of the Collective Agreement regarding temporary positions, job postings, promotions and transfers