Laboratory Technologist I
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- Laboratory
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- LAB00020157 Requisition #
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- 20 hours ago Post Date
Your Opportunity:
St. Paul is strategically located in the center of the Lakeland which boasts of many lakes and lots of recreational opportunities. It is about 209 kilometers from Edmonton and has a population of 6,000 in town and another 6,500 in the county. St. Paul is a major trading center for the surrounding area which consists of rich agricultural land and oil and gas industries. Although St Paul is a small town the laboratory is busy department and a great site to gain valuable experience working with diverse populations and age groups. St Paul offers something for everyone -swimming pool, bowling, gyms, many different schools, dance programs, walking trails, archery, 4H, Spray Park and a Skate Park will be soon available. The people who call St. Paul home say it’s "A People Kind of Place!"
Description:
As a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) I, you will be responsible for the daily processing, testing, results analysis and reporting of diagnostic samples within the laboratory department. You will perform a variety of routine and specialized procedures in the processing of specimens used in diagnosis, treatment and research.
- Classification: Laboratory Technologist I
- Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program: St Therese Health Care Center Laboratory
- Primary Location: St. Paul Health Centre
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 29-MAY-2025
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
- Date Available: 08-JUN-2025
- Temporary End Date: 10-DEC-2025
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evening, Weekends, Nights, On Call
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $35.45
- Maximum Salary: $46.69
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
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:The successful candidate should have good organizational skills and the ability to assume responsibility. Ability to operate technical instruments and equipment daily and assisting with equipment maintenance. Participation in training of new staff. Must be able to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in a fast-paced and changing environment. Proven analytic and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, logical/methodical work habits, and ability to work independently. Performing all required Quality Control procedures, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records. Investigating and documenting Quality Control problems and following up with Charge Technologist. Following all established policies and procedures for performing and reporting various laboratory procedures using manual and automated processes. Troubleshooting and documenting technical problems and contacting service, as required. Must be able to represent Laboratory Medicine in a respectful, professional, and courteous manner.
Preferred Qualifications:Core lab experience within the last 2 years and phlebotomy experience. Laboratory Experience operating the following analyzers: XT3400 Chemistry analyzer, Access II, ACL Elite Pro, Sysmex XN550, Clinitek Advantus, and experience with ID-MTS gel system for Transfusion Medicine. EPIC LIS experience preferred.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end 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.
