Medical Laboratory Technologist - Laboratory Services

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

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Dartmouth is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform analytical tests using established methodologies. Applicants should be graduates from an approved Medical Laboratory Technologist program, licensed or eligible with NSCMLT, and registered with CSMLS. This position requires effective communication and the ability to work under stress while maintaining patient confidentiality. The role offers competitive compensation between $33.20 and $41.44 per hour.

Benefits

Benefits package including health and dental insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Licensed with NSCMLT or eligible.
• Registered with CSMLS.
• Willingness to travel when required.
• Ability to work shiftwork (weekends and holidays as required).
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical tests and procedures using appropriate methodologies.
• Exercise independent judgment regarding reportability of results.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and communicate effectively.

Skills

Analytical testing

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Education

Graduate from an approved program in Medical Laboratory Technologist

Job description

Req ID: 212245
Location: Central Zone, Dartmouth General Hospital
Department: PLM Clinical Laboratory DGH
Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long‑assignment (100%) x 1
NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 20-Nov-25

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:

• Graduate from an approved program in Medical Laboratory Technologist
• Licensed with NSCMLT or eligible
• Registered 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

• Temporary Long Assignment/ Full Time/ 75Hours Bi‑weekly
• Starting November 2025 – 12 month term

Compensation and Benefits

$33.20 - $41.44

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)

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.