Medical Laboratory Technologist I

Canadian Blood Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Alberta is seeking a regular full-time Medical Laboratory Technologist I to perform essential testing services on donated blood, contributing to a safe blood supply for patients. Responsibilities include conducting various tests, preparing reports, and maintaining laboratory standards. Applicants should have a Degree or Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology, with skills in problem-solving and communication. Flexibility for significant shift work, including evenings and weekends, is required. Join us in making a difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience with Transfusion Medicine/Red Cell Serology is an asset.
• Experience with current laboratory information system is an asset.
• Ability to work accurately with attention to detail and strong organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine Blood Group Serology (BGS) and Transmissible Diseases testing.
• Evaluate testing, prepare reports and communicate results.
• Maintain all equipment and laboratory areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a regular full-time Medical Laboratory Technologist I to join our dynamic Testing team.

The Testing team is an integral part of the supply chain. They perform extensive testing on donated blood for infectious diseases and blood groups. These testing services help ensure a safe and secure blood supply that protects donors and recipients. Every unit is tested so we can ensure a safe supply chain to every patient. In this role, you will perform routine Blood Group Serology (BGS), Serological Transmissible Diseases (TD) and/or Nucleic Acid Transmissible Diseases (NAT) testing by following operating procedures and recording all related quality control/assurance activities.

Formula for success

Drawing on your experience, you will receive, access and prepare specimens for testing; you will also perform required testing on reference and perinatal specimens.

Applying your incredible attention to detail and organizational skills, you will evaluate testing, prepare reports and communicate results to customers.

Utilizing your knowledge in testing, you will perform antibody identification by various test methods, and perform phenotype testing of patient samples.

Drawing on your experience in the laboratory, you will perform serological investigation of transfusion reactions as well as preparing appropriate quality control testing on reagents used.

You will maintain all equipment and laboratory areas.

Desired education and skills

Degree or Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology.

Experience with Transfusion Medicine/Red Cell Serology is an asset.

Experience with current laboratory information system is an asset.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work accurately with attention to detail, strong organization and time management skills.

Superior problem solving and decision‑making skills.

What you can expect

Shifts/hours – must be flexible to accommodate assigned shifts which are based on operational needs; length of shifts can vary. Shifts include days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays. The department is staffed from Monday to Saturday between the hours of 7 am to 9 pm.

Physical requirements – ability to lift weight up to 10 kg (22 lbs.)

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

Application requirements

• Your up‑to‑date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

If this role resonates with you

We encourage you to apply by providing your up‑to‑date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

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