Medical Laboratory Technologist - Transfusion

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hamilton Regional Laboratory Medicine Program (HRLMP) unit at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform transfusion medicine testing and related procedures across days and nights.

This full-time regular role supports a collaborative lab environment and the Charlton Campus site in Hamilton Downtown. Applicants must hold MLT certification (CSMLS) and be registered with CMLTO, with recent transfusion medicine experience in a team setting.

Qualifications

• Medical Laboratory Technologist Certification (Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Sciences) or equivalent.
• Current registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO).
• Recent Transfusion Medicine experience (within the last 2 years) required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Serological testing in Transfusion Medicine.
• Antibody investigation.
• Carrying out quality control and quality assurance in Transfusion Practice.
• Inventory control for blood products.
• Preparation and storage of blood products.
• Appropriate utilization of the Laboratory Information System in Transfusion Medicine.
• Communication with other health care professionals related to Transfusion Medicine practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Job description

Position Details

Job Number:

JR01719

Department

Lab Transfusion Services

This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:

Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)

Job Type

Regular, Full time

Contract Duration (If applicable)

0 months

Number of Positions

1

Union

OPSEU Local 206

Hourly Rate (Min / Max)

$36.84 - $50.24

Schedule

Work Days

Monday to Sunday

Time of Day

Days, Nights

Shift

Hours -12, Rotating

Reason for Posting

Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy

Application Dates

Opening Date

2026-08-20

Closing Date

2026-08-27

Job Description

Unit Summary

The Hamilton Regional Laboratory Medicine Program (HRLMP) is a collaborative program funded and operated jointly by Hamilton Health Sciences and St. Josephs Hospital. The Program is committed to change and innovation through education service and research to bring the highest quality science into healthcare for the benefit of the community and to participate in the clinical application and interpretation of the science.

Position Summary

In accordance with the vision mission values and goals of the Hamilton Regional Laboratory Medicine Program (HRLMP) and those of St. Joseph’s Healthcare you will be responsible for performing a variety of Transfusion Medicine related tests and procedures.

Qualifications

• Medical Laboratory Technologist Certification (Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Sciences) or equivalent
• Current registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO)
• Recent Transfusion Medicine experience (within the last 2 years) required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Must be able to work in a team environment

Responsibilities

The role of the Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) involves the following:

• serological testing in Transfusion Medicine
• antibody investigation
• carrying out quality control and quality assurance in Transfusion Practice
• inventory control for blood products
• preparation and storage of blood products
• appropriate utilization of the Laboratory Information System in Transfusion Medicine
• communication with other health care professionals related to Transfusion Medicine practices
• other duties as assigned

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with Mission, Vision, and Core Values. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([e-mail]).