Laboratory Technologist I

Your Opportunity:

As a Medical Laboratory Technologist I in Microbiology, you will perform routine and specialized microbiology testing to provide accurate, timely results for patients and clients. Reporting to a Clinical Supervisor, you will work collaboratively with laboratory professionals and healthcare teams. Our 24/7 Microbiology service supports acute care hospitals, long-term care facilities, community physicians, and regional clients across Central and Northern Alberta, the Northwest Territories, and Nunavut. The department also plays a key role in training, antimicrobial stewardship, and infection prevention and control.

As a Medical Laboratory Technologist I, you will perform, report, and distribute laboratory tests in accordance with departmental policies and procedures while ensuring accurate and timely results. You will conduct quality control activities, track and resolve specimen and reporting issues, and maintain required records and statistics. Responsibilities include operating, calibrating, maintaining, and troubleshooting laboratory equipment; ensuring a safe, clean, and infection-controlled work environment; identifying and escalating abnormal results; and documenting errors, incidents, and accidents. You will actively participate in quality assurance and process improvement initiatives, support inventory management, assist with training and orientation of new staff, pursue ongoing professional development, and perform additional duties as required. Success in this role requires a commitment to teamwork, quality patient care, and the consistent demonstration of APL values.

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:
• Microbiology, Edmonton Base Lab
• Primary Location:
• Base Laboratory
• Location Details:
• As Per Location
• Multi-Site:
• Not Applicable
• FTE:
• 1.00
• Posting End Date:
• 17-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class:
• Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available:
• 30-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date:
• 28-NOV-2027
• Hours per Shift:
• 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks:
• 2
• Shifts per cycle:
• 10
• Shift Pattern:
• Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off:
• As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary:
• $38.74
• Maximum Salary:
• $51.02
• 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:

Medical Laboratory Technologist (CSMLS) with current CMLTA registration or eligible for registration. Must have experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist in Microbiology within the last two (2) years or student practical training as a Medical Laboratory Technologist in Microbiology within the last two (2) years. Proven interpersonal skills for dealing with people in a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrates excellent organizational, problem-solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills. A strong team player with the ability to perform duties independently and with others. Demonstrates good communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates good computer skills. Experience with Epic Beaker is an asset. Possesses excellent time management skills. Exhibits professionalism and accountability.