Medical Laboratory Technologist - Laboratory Services

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

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Halifax is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform analytical tests in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. This permanent full-time role involves operating lab instruments, ensuring quality assurance, and communicating effectively under stressful conditions. Ideal candidates will be graduates from an accredited program and hold necessary licenses. Competitive compensation ranging from $33.20 to $41.44 per hour, plus benefits.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical tests and procedures in the laboratory.
• Maintain patient confidentiality as required.
• Make decisions on reportability of results.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Ability to work shiftwork

Competencies in French

Education

Graduate from an approved program in Medical Laboratory Technology

Licensure with NSCMLT or eligibility

Registration with CSMLS

Job description

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 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

Hours

• Permanent Full Time - 75 Hours Bi-weekly

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.

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.

Req ID: 211663
Location: Central Zone, MacKenzie Building - QEII
Department: PLM Stat Laboratory HI
Type of Employment: Permanent Hi Hourly FT (100%) x 1
NSGEU: Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 27-Nov-25