Medical Laboratory Technologist - Laboratory Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Travel insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking Medical Laboratory Technologists to perform analytical tests across the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. The role requires licensing with NSRMLS, CSMLS registration, and ability to work shifts including weekends and holidays.

Travel may be required, and French language skills are an asset. Multiple positions available: 60 hours biweekly part-time and 75 hours biweekly full-time across various labs, with a competitive hourly wage and

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate from an approved Medical Laboratory Technologist program.
• Must be licensed with NSRMLS or eligible.
• Registration with CSMLS is required.
• Ability to work shiftwork (weekends and holidays as required).
• Willingness to travel when required.
• Competencies in other languages are an asset; French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical tests and procedures in clinical and environmental labs.
• Operate computer-integrated instruments and use information systems.
• Compare results to reference intervals and exercise independent judgment.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and communicate professionally.

Skills

Shift work

Travel willingness

Multilingual ability

Education

Medical Laboratory Technologist program

NSRMLS licensure eligibility

CSMLS registration

Job description

Req ID: 224553

Location: Central Zone

Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1

Union: Healthcare Position

Posting Closing Date: 20-Aug-26

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

• Must be a graduate from an approved program in Medical Laboratory Technologist
• Must be licensed with NSRMLS 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

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• One (1) Permanent part-time position; 60 hours biweekly - Clinical Laboratory, Cobequid Community Health Centre
• One (1) Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly - Esoteric Toxicology - QEII
• Three (3) Permanent full-time positions; 75 hours biweekly - Core - QEII
• One (1) Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly - Clinical Laboratory, Dartmouth General Hospital
• One (1) Long Assignment full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly (approximately 12 months) - Clinical Laboratory, Dartmouth General Hospital

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.

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.

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.