Medical Laboratory Technologist I - Anatomical Pathology

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Halifax seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform anatomical pathology services. This position requires a diploma or degree in Medical Laboratory Technology and involves tasks such as dissection and gross examination. The ideal candidate has strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills, as well as experience in Anatomical Pathology. Competitive hourly compensation offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of Anatomical Pathology experience is an asset.
• Certification with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science is required.
• Understanding of patient and family-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Perform anatomical pathology services under the direction of specialists.
• Cross-train for Histology tasks such as embedding and staining.
• Contribute to divisional efficiency in Anatomical Pathology.

Skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

Diploma of Medical Laboratory Technology

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Tools

Micrometry techniques

Staining techniques

Job description

Click here to apply as an internal applicant.

Company : IWK Health

Req ID : 207267

Department / Program : Anatomical Pathology, Diagnostic Services & Maritime Medical Genetics

Location : Halifax

Type of Employment : Permanent, Full-Time (100% FTE), x 1 position

Start Date : ASAP

Union Status : NSGEU Healthcare, Healthcare Bargaining Unit

Compensation : $33.2039 - $42.8887 / hour

Closing Date : August 11, 2025 (Applications accepted until 23:59 Atlantic Time)

IWK Health is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing tertiary and primary care for two million children, youth, adults, and families each year across the Atlantic region. We have approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers, and learners at sites across Nova Scotia. We focus on training and mentorship opportunities, recognize talent, celebrate successes, and promote collaboration in modern facilities or virtually from home. We are committed to our values and provide access to enhanced benefits and wellness programs. We are proud to support our patients, families, and communities and grateful for the generous donor support we receive.

We promote an anti-racist environment and oppose discrimination in our work and care. Located in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq people, working here is a shared privilege with the original inhabitants. Nova Scotia is home to 13 First Nation communities and over 50 historic African Nova Scotian communities, with a long, complex history. We have the highest percentage of people with disabilities in the country and the highest proportions of transgender and non-binary people in any province. We are actively working to eliminate discrimination, build trust, acknowledge biases, and reduce barriers faced by diverse communities. We welcome all interested persons who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Immigrants/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply, supporting our goal for a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

The Opportunity

The Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) performs a variety of anatomical pathology services under the direction of a specialist Anatomical Pathologist and Charge Pathologists’ Assistant. This role involves cross-training to fulfill 50% of duties as a Histology laboratory technologist (embedding, sectioning, staining) and 50% working within the scope of the MLT role for the Gross Room and Post-mortem suite (initial handling, dissection, gross examination, and processing of surgical and autopsy tissues). The MLT contributes to divisional efficiency by performing these tasks and helping to standardize and enhance the quality of Anatomical Pathology.

Hours of Work

7.5-hour shifts; rotating days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Your Qualifications

• Diploma of Medical Laboratory Technology from a recognized program or Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS).
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is an asset.
• Certification, or eligibility for certification, with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT).
• Licensed, or eligible for licensure, with the Nova Scotia College of Medical Laboratory Technologists (NSCMLT).
• Minimum 1 year of Anatomical Pathology experience is an asset.
• Experience with gross dissection, frozen section micrometry, and staining is an asset.
• Excellent time management, organization, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of and commitment to patient and family-centered care.
• Knowledge of diversity, inclusion, and cultural competence.
• Adaptability and flexibility to work in a changing environment.
• Strong knowledge of technical, scientific processes related to the division.
• Knowledge of divisional practice, legal acts, and regulations governing the profession.
• Compliance with operational and procedural policies and protocols.
• Knowledge of principles, methods, and techniques related to procurement of specimens.
• Competencies in other languages are an asset.

Thank you for your interest in IWK Health.

Please note that only selected applicants will be contacted for interviews or testing. If invited, you may request accommodations during assessments.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to unionized employees. Applicants changing unions or employment status should seek clarification on seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlements before accepting.

An offer of employment is conditional upon satisfactory background checks and credential verification.

If you are an employee of IWK Health, please apply through the internal careers page to be flagged as an internal applicant.