Territorial Laboratory Information System Administrator

Government of Northwest Territories; Yellowknife; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A regional government authority is looking for a Territorial Laboratory Information System Administrator in Yellowknife. This position requires a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist and involves ensuring the NWT Laboratory Information System's functionality. Candidates must hold a diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology and be registered with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science. This is a term position that offers a competitive starting salary and annual northern allowance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist utilizing an electronic Laboratory Information System.
• Knowledge in Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Microbiology, and Transfusion Medicine.
• Active registration with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to the Northwest Territories Laboratory Advisory Committee.
• Ensure operational functionality of the NWT Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Manage training, vendor management, security, and problem resolution related to LIS.

Skills

SCC Soft Computer Software Lab Information system

HL7 Messaging standards

Standardized Nomenclature of Medical Clinical Terms (SNOMED CT)

Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes (LOINC)

International Organization of Standards (ISO)

Database applications

Advanced computer skills

Education

Diploma from a recognized Medical Laboratory Technology Program

Job description

Territorial Laboratory Information System Administrator

Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

Job Information

The Territorial Laboratory Information System Administrator is the territorial subject matter expert with respect to laboratory terminology, messaging and technical standards for the NWT Laboratory Information System (LIS). The position provides leadership and critical support to the Northwest Territories Laboratory Advisory Committee. The Territorial LIS Administrator ensures operational functionality of the NWT LIS, including training, vendor management, security, data integrity assurance and problem resolution.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and understanding of the SCC Soft Computer Software Lab Information system.
• Knowledge and understanding of HL7 Messaging standards, Standardized Nomenclature of Medical Clinical Terms (SNOMED CT), Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes (LOINC), International Organization of Standards (ISO) and accreditation standards.
• Advanced computer skills and knowledge, including word processing, spreadsheet, database applications electronic mail systems.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

This level of knowledge is typically acquired through the successful completion of a diploma from a recognized Medical Laboratory Technology Program. A minimum of 2 years' experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist utilizing an electronic Laboratory Information System with functionality in the following disciplines: Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Microbiology and Transfusion Medicine.

Incumbent must maintain active registration with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science as a Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist throughout the term of employment.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel [phone] Extension 14106
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information

Term Position

This job opening is for a 1 Year Term.

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Immunization Status

The successful candidate will be required to obtain proof of current up-to-date immunization status.

Registrations

Eligible for current registration with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science is mandatory for this position.
For more information on health and social services careers and practicing in the Northwest Territories please visit www.practiceNWT.ca

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Transfer Assignments

Transfer Assignments may be considered.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 27473

Closing Date: February 13, 2026 - 23:59, MountainTime

Salary Information

The salary for this position starts at $54.44 per hour (approximately $106,158 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.