Laboratory Technologist I
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- Laboratory
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- LAB00021822 Requisition #
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- 13 hours ago Post Date
Your Opportunity:
Cold Lake is a city in northeastern Alberta, Canada and is named after the lake nearby. Named after the Cree legend of "Kinosoo", Kinosoo Beach in the Town of Cold Lake was voted one of Canada's Top 25 Beaches in 2008 by Canadian Geographic Magazine. The water is clear and shallow in marked swimming area which makes the beach popular with families. Cold Lake is situated near many campgrounds due to its proximity to the lake. The Provincial campground boasts a wilderness trail system, a beach, boat launch and a powered section. Nearby Meadow Lake Provincial Park to the east, across the border in Saskatchewan, has facilities similar to Cold Lake Provincial Park. Kinosoo Beach is a favorite destination during the hot summer months between June and August. The Iron Horse Trail, a recreational trail situated on a former railway line, and cold lake museums can also be found in Cold Lake. Recreational pastimes include hockey, lacrosse, martial arts, rugby, soccer, swimming, bowling, curling, gymnastics, golf, horseback riding, the rodeo, dance, sailing, boating, fishing, downhill skiing, roller derby, volleyball, baseball, and figure skating.
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: Laboratory
- Primary Location: Cold Lake Hlthcare/Mental Hlth
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.50
- Posting End Date: 21-NOV-2025
- Employee Class: Regular Part Time
- Date Available: 01-DEC-2025
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 5
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, 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 ability to assume responsibility. Ability to operate technical instruments and equipment daily and assist 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.
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.
