Laboratory Technologist I

Your Opportunity:
Two (2) casual positions are available. Reporting to the Site Supervisor or RRL Manager, this position is responsible for performing a variety of automated and manual duties in a multi-skilled, team focused environment including but not limited to: STAT, routine and specialized laboratory procedures, analysis, result entry and report verification, TM duties, COVID/Flu testing, equipment troubleshooting, workflow monitoring and specimen collection preparation. The technologist ensures accurate patient and sample identification as required, sample integrity and suitability as required and documents unusual occurrences and notifies appropriate senior staff member. Performs and documents quality control and assurance programs, taking appropriate action and ensuring proper follow up. The MLT follows and is aware of all safety precautions and practices including WHMIS and participates in the maintenance of a safe working environment. Recognizes unusual or abnormal findings and responds to these in accordance with established policies and procedures. Operates, maintains, and performs troubleshooting on a variety of laboratory instruments and equipment. Takes appropriate action and ensures follow up, as required. Communicates with healthcare professionals regarding patient samples and results. Monitors department supply inventory and acts appropriately to maintain. Validates and assesses various procedures and equipment under the direction of the senior staff, supervisor or manager. Participates in the training, orientation, scheduling and performance management of students and staff. Completes all required reading. Maintains competence through training and competency testing. Performs other duties as required.

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: Rapid Response Laboratory
Primary Location: Rockyview General Hospital
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 0.00
Posting End Date: 21-APR-2025
Employee Class: Casual/Relief
Date Available: 16-JUN-2025
Hours per Shift: Varies
Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
Shifts per cycle: Varies
Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
Days Off: Other
Minimum Salary: $35.45
Maximum Salary: $46.6+
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:
Recent laboratory experience in a hospital setting. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs. Working knowledge of Connect Care/Beaker and/or Wellsky applications. Experience or clinical practicum within the last year in Hematology, Chemistry and/or Transfusion Medicine. Experience with current middleware systems. Any Canadian equivalency to English 30 or 33.

Preferred Qualifications:
Exposure within an Urban RRL Hospital setting preferred. Able to run and troubleshoot two out of four instruments: Ortho Analyzers, Cobas Pro, Sysmex +000 and ACL TOPS. Experience with current middleware on COBAS and Sysmex analyzers. Working knowledge of reading differentials preferred. Running of GeneXpert and reporting COVID/Flu results are considered assets to the position. Promotes a team environment and respectful workplace. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.


Please note:
All postings close at 23:5+ 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.