Physiological Laboratory Technician I
Your Opportunity:
The Physiological Laboratory Technician I provides comprehensive pulmonary function testing services to a diverse outpatient population, including patients from Pre- and Post-Transplant Clinics, Cystic Fibrosis Clinic, Interstitial Lung Disease Clinic, Asthma Clinic, Pulmonary Hypertension Clinic, and other specialty programs. This position also delivers pulmonary diagnostic services to the Stollery Children's Hospital and inpatient populations at the University of Alberta Hospital. As an integral member of the Pulmonary Function Laboratory team, the Physiological Laboratory Technician I is responsible for the accurate collection, analysis, and preliminary interpretation of pulmonary diagnostic data. The successful incumbent demonstrates a high degree of autonomy, critical thinking, sound clinical judgment, and strong organizational and prioritization skills in a fast-paced healthcare environment. In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient- and family-centered care by performing diagnostic testing, collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, and supporting clinical decision-making. You will uphold and reflect the values, vision, and commitment to excellence of Alberta Health Services while ensuring exceptional service and care for patients and families
Description:
As a Physiological Laboratory Technician I on the Pulmonary Function team, you will be responsible for the collection, analysis and interpretation of hemodynamic and radiographic data obtained during cardiac catheterization procedures in a multidisciplinary team environment. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values.
- Classification: Physiological Laboratory Tec I
- Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program: KEC Pulmonary Function Laboratory
- Primary Location: Edmonton Clinic
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 21-OCT-2026
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- Date Available: 02-NOV-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $44.76
- Maximum Salary: $57.72
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Completion of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program. Active or eligible for registration with Canadian Association of Cardiopulmonary Technologists (CACPT). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).
Additional Required Qualifications:Current Basic Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BLS-HCP) certification required, with the physical ability to perform CPR on adult patients. Previous Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) experience is required. Demonstrated proficiency in performing and troubleshooting pulmonary function testing procedures is considered an asset. Working knowledge of Connect Care, Netcare, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and other relevant computerized applications is required. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills are required, with the ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team. Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise critical thinking and clinical judgment, and effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to coordinate workload and prioritize patient care activities. Intermediate physical effort is required to perform the duties of the position. This includes frequent reaching above shoulder level, prolonged periods of computer and keyboard work, frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, twisting, and assisting patients with mobility limitations, including transfers and bariatric patients. Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 10-15 kg and safely lift up to 50 lbs as required.
Preferred Qualifications:As Required.
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 AHS.
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