Medical Laboratory Technologist - Hematology

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Nova Scotia is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist for a temporary full-time position. You will be responsible for performing analytical tests within the Department of Pathology, utilizing both manual and automated methods. The role calls for strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to make independent decisions under pressure. Competitive compensation ranges from $33.20 to $42.47 per hour, and applicants should be prepared to work shifts including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

Health, dental, travel insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved program in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Must be licensed with NSCMLT or eligible.
• Registration with CSMLS is required.
• Ability to work shift work including weekends and holidays.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical tests and procedures using appropriate methodologies.
• Make decisions regarding reportability of results based on criteria.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Communicate effectively and professionally in stressful situations.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work under stress

Communication skills

Competencies in French

Education

Graduation from approved program in Medical Laboratory Technology

Licensed with NSCMLT or eligible

Registration with CSMLS

Job description

Job Details

Req ID: 214257. Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Department: PLM Hematology REG. Type of Employment: Temporary, Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1. Posting Closing Date: 30-Dec-25. UNIFOR Healthcare Position.

About the Opportunity

The Medical Laboratory Technologist performs analytical tests and procedures offered by the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine using appropriate methodologies and quality assurance techniques. The Medical Laboratory Technologist possesses the technical ability and problem‑solving skills to perform all tests (both manual and automated) in the clinical and environmental laboratories. Performs laboratory tests with a network of steps and variables according to established protocols and works with little or no supervision in emergency and weekend/night situations. Operates instruments that are often computer integrated and networked and uses computerized information systems. Compares test results to pre‑established criteria (reference intervals) and makes decisions regarding the reportability of results, thus exercising independent judgment. Stressful working conditions require the Medical Laboratory Technologist to be tactful, sensitive and able to communicate effectively and professionally. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times as deemed essential by the Medical Laboratory Technologist Code of Conduct.

About You

• Must be a graduate from an approved program in Medical Laboratory Technologist
• Must be licensed with NSCMLT or eligible
• Registration with CSMLS
• Ability to work shiftwork (weekends and holidays as required)
• Willingness to travel when required
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Long Assignment, Full‑Time / 100% / 75 Hours Bi‑weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$33.20 - $42.47

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long‑term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self‑identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self‑identify.