Medical Laboratory Technologist 1

publichealthontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Health Ontario currently seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist for contract positions in Toronto to support high-volume diagnostic testing. You will perform standardized tests and ensure timely reporting of results to healthcare providers.

The role requires CMLTO certification in good standing, strong lab skills, and a commitment to quality and privacy. You will also mentor staff and participate in IQMH and PHO quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Mandatory: Certification in good standing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO).
• Knowledge of and ability to perform medical/environmental laboratory techniques and operate lab equipment.
• Familiar with privacy, confidentiality, and health information standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct standardized medical tests for bacteria, fungi, parasites, viruses, and antibodies.
• Report results to healthcare providers within PHO’s published TAT.
• Authorize release of results and discuss with clients per CMLTO rules.
• Maintain quality assurance and participate in proficiency testing.
• Mentor Laboratory Attendants and support staff; train new staff.
• Support IQMH requirements and PHO quality management program.
• Work full-time, with assigned shifts and reliable attendance.

Skills

CMLTO Certification

Laboratory testing

QA/QC

Documentation

Communication

Education

CMLTO Certification (Ontario)

Job description

The Role

We are always looking for talented Medical Laboratory Technologist to fill our contract positions.

Locations

• Toronto
• Thunder Bay
• Timmins
• Kingston
• Ottawa
• London
• Hamilton
• Orillia
• Sault Ste. Marie
• Sudbury
• Peterborough

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts standardized medical/clinical tests and procedures for the isolation, quantification, identification, molecular testing and antimicrobial susceptibility testing of clinically significant bacteria, fungi, parasites, viruses and associated antibodies.
• Reports and relays results to health care providers within acceptable turnaround time (TAT) as published by PHO Laboratory.
• Authorizes the release of laboratory test results and discusses test results with clients within the restriction of College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO) regulations.
• Maintains privacy and confidentiality as outlined by PHO corporate policies.
• Carries out established quality assurance and control procedures including proficiency testing to ensure quality outcomes.
• Performs review of daily quality control (QC) materials and take appropriate actions to resolve any discrepancies in QC material that falls outside the acceptable ranges.
• Maintains and monitors equipment and supplies to ensure operability.
• Provides direction and guidance to Laboratory Attendants responsible for supporting MLTs and senior staff and assists with training new staff.
• Provides technical assistance to Senior Technologists and Operational Lead in carrying out testing and/or special projects.
• Performs activities to support the laboratory's Quality Management Program and Institute for Quality Management in Healthcare (IQMH) requirements.
• Performs other duties or projects as assigned.
• Work shifts as scheduled and maintain an acceptable attendance record.

Knowledge and Skills

• A strong working knowledge of and the ability to perform medical laboratory techniques/procedures in a high volume testing laboratory.
• Knowledge of computer applications to utilize standard and laboratory information systems.
• Knowledge of Ontario Laboratory Accreditation requirements to ensure compliance in the conduct of laboratory testing.
• Knowledge of PHO policies and protocols and PHOL code of conduct to ensure confidentiality in the release of test results and discussions with clients.
• Oral communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with laboratory staff and with health care providers to relay laboratory test results.

Education and Experience

• Mandatory: Certification in good standing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO).
• Knowledge of and the ability to perform medical and/or environmental laboratory techniques/ procedures, laboratory safety practices and utilize medical laboratory equipment in the conduct of standardized medical/clinical tests and procedures.

Attributes and Competencies

• Oral communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with laboratory staff and with health care providers to relay laboratory test results.
• Ability to work independently to solve complex problems, working collaboratively to seek advice and direction in solving problems beyond their scope of practice

Contract Details

Duration: Contract (Fixed Term), 0 month(s)Hours of Work: Full time, 36.25 hours per weekCompensation Group:Ontario Public Service Employees UnionCompensation Range :$34.58 - $44.34Posting Date: 08-26-2026Closing Date:

Please note: applications will be received no later than 11:59pm on the date preceding the closing date as indicated on the Job Requisition.

Note: Internal candidates will be considered first.

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