Laboratory Technologist II

Albertapubliclabs; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in public health seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist II to lead laboratory operations and manage clinical information systems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in laboratory technology, leadership skills, and familiarity with advanced information systems. This full-time position requires accreditation and offers a competitive salary ranging from $38.39 to $49.34 per hour.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program.
• Active or eligible for registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists.
• Experience in a technical leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations and quality control of the laboratory.
• Coordinate work and provide technical advice to MLT I's.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems and accreditation requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Accredited Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program

Tools

MS Excel

JIRA

SharePoint

Job description

As a Medical Laboratory Technologist II – Public Health Clinical Information Systems Lead (MLT II) you will have the opportunity to help develop routine and specialized microbiological workflow procedures consistent with technical knowledge/skills required for the departments within a clinical information system. As an MLT II, expertise in both laboratory technology and information systems will be critical in ensuring operational cohesiveness, accurate data management, and efficient utilization of our laboratory information systems. You will provide leadership, guidance, and coordination within the Public Health Laboratory departments in relation to clinical content validation within clinical information systems. In addition, the Laboratory Technologist II will be knowledgeable in the following areas, including but not limited to: Stay updated on advancements in laboratory technology and information systems, recommending and supporting implementing new tools and technologies as appropriate, familiarity with reviewing test results, evaluating and suggesting follow-up of abnormal test results under direction of a supervisor; Quality systems within Laboratory practice; accreditation requirements and safety procedures; Validation work, familiarity with Molecular, Serological, and Microbiological workflow.The MLT II will assist the Clinical Supervisor and Manager in making changes to existing protocols.

Description:

As a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) II, you will coordinate the day-to-day operations and the quality control function of the laboratory.You may have advanced technical knowledge or are the lead responsible for coordinating the day-to-day operations of Laboratory Information System (LIS) support, site education, quality assurance or laboratory research programs. Your responsibilities may include coordinating, prioritizing, monitoring and assigning work to MLT l's, providing technical advice, problem solving and trouble shooting on a variety of laboratory instruments. In addition, you will participate in the technical aspects of the laboratory, ensuring the performance of standard and specialized procedures.

• Classification: Laboratory Technologist II
• Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Public Health Provincial Laboratory
• Primary Location: U of A Hospital
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 16-JUN-2025
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $38.39
• Maximum Salary: $49.34
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Laboratory Technologist II
• Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Public Health Provincial Laboratory
• Primary Location: U of A Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 16-JUN-2025
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 07-JUL-2025
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $38.39
• Maximum Salary: $49.34
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program.Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Alberta (CMLTA).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Experience working with Epic Beaker TST environment.Proven leadership skills, critical thinking skills, problem-solving, planning and decision-making skills.Ability to work independently, promotes and demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills to work well in a team setting.Experience with training and knowledge transfer.Capacity to organize, delegate, track, and follow-up on multiple projects across short- and long-term time periods.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with ProvLab accreditation programs, including CAP, HPTA and CALA.Proficient with MS Excel, JIRA and SharePoint.Experience in a technical leadership role and Public Health Laboratory.Trained in process excellence and change management.Demonstrated positive working relationships within an interdisciplinary team and external stakeholders.Post secondary training in information technology-based programs is an asset.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with APL.

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