Medical Laboratory Technologist - Laboratory Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Town of Bridgewater; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, travel coverage

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Job summary

The Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist for Laboratory Services at South Shore Regional Hospital. You will perform analytical tests across manual and automated methods, follow established protocols, and ensure quality assurance while maintaining patient confidentiality.

Active NSRMLS licensure, completion of MLT program, and ability to work shiftwork including weekends and holidays are required.

Qualifications

• 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).
• Proof of Professional Liability Insurance (PLI).
• Ability to work shiftwork (weekends and holidays as required).
• Willingness to travel when required.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs analytical tests and procedures using appropriate methodologies and QA techniques.
• Operates instruments (manual and automated) and uses computerized information systems.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and exercises professional judgment in reporting results.

Skills

Shift work

Travel willingness

French language

Education

MLT program graduate / equivalent

NSRMLS licensure active

Job description

Medical Laboratory Technologist - Laboratory Services

Req ID: 228348
Location: Western Zone, South Shore Regional Hospital
Department: OPWZ PLM Clinical Chemistry
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: CUPEHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 3-Nov-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

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)
• Proof of Professional Liability Insurance (PLI)
• 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

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$33.20 - $42.47 hourly

$43.96 with 25 years' service with employer

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.

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.

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