Medical Laboratory Technologist - Laboratory Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 89,186,000 - 114,089,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority in Western Zone, Queens General Hospital, seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist for Laboratory Services. The role involves performing analytical tests and procedures using established methodologies and QA practices, with independence in emergency and weekend/night situations.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technologist program, has completed the MLT exam in all five disciplines, holds active NSRMLS licensure, and carries PLI.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a recognized Medical Laboratory Technologist program.
• Must have completed the Medical Laboratory Technologist Examination in all five disciplines.
• Active licensure with NSRMLS.
• Personal Liability Insurance (PLI) required.
• Ability to work weekends, and holidays as required.
• Willingness to travel; French language skills are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical tests and procedures per established protocols.
• Operate computer-integrated instruments and QA systems.
• Maintain confidentiality and report results with independent judgment.
• Collaborate with team during emergencies/outages.

Skills

Shift work

Willing to travel

French (asset)

Education

Medical Laboratory Technologist program

NSRMLS licensure

Job description

Req ID: 227037
Location: Western Zone, Queens General Hospital
Department: OPWZ PLM Laboratory Services QGH
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: CUPEHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 7-Oct-26

Medical Laboratory Technologist - Laboratory Services

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

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Must be a graduate from a recognized Medical Laboratory Technologist program or equivalent (as determined by NSRMLS)
• Candidates must have successfully completed the Medical Laboratory Technologist Examination in all five disciplines
• Licensure (active) with Nova Scotia Regulator of Medical Laboratory Sciences (NSRMLS)
• Personal Liability Insurance (PLI) required
• Ability to work shiftwork (weekends and holidays as required)
• Willingness to travel when required
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Hours

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$33.20 - $42.47 hourly

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. (Permanent and Long Assignments only)

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

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.

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