Laboratory Technologist I
- NL, Canada
Full-time · Temporary
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- Job type
- Full-time · Temporary
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
| Zone: Eastern Rural Zone Location: Placentia Health Centre Laboratory Technologist I Laboratory Medicine Temporary Full-Time (until July 30, 2027, with the possibility of extension) NAPE LX 00277DIF |
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| Hours | 70 biweekly (8-hour rotating, shift work; days, evenings, nights, weekends; standby) |
| Salary | LX-27 (CAD32.16 - CAD40.20 per hour) |
| Competition Number | VAC0030496 |
| Posted Date | 2026-10-23 |
| Closing Date | Open until filled. |
| Demands, duties, qualifications | Job Summary The Laboratory Technologist I performs medical laboratory testing in a core lab environment rotating through Biochemistry, Hematology/Coagulation, Transfusion Medicine, and Blood Collection/Specimen Procurement. Work includes, but is not limited to, performing automated and manual testing on various specimens; maintaining the integrity of the specimens through proper identification, handling, sorting, and storing of samples; reviewing patient reports and entering data; and operating and maintaining various automated instruments; and performing other related duties as required. Job Demands By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to): Occasionally lifts and/or unload objects weighing up to 30 lbs. Regularly stands or sits for extended periods, requiring constant repetitive movement of upper extremities and walking to deliver reports/results. Visual and auditory concentration are constant and eye/hand coordination and higher than normal levels of attentiveness are required. Job Qualifications Graduation from a recognized (accredited) program with a diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or a degree in Medical Laboratory Science is required. Successful completion of the Medical Laboratory Technologist national examination in the applicable field(s) of practice, as recognized in Canada, is required. Current and continuing registration with the NL Council of Health Professionals is required. A satisfactory record of work performance is required. *The successful applicant must be willing to complete refresher courses at the first available opportunity at the request of the employer. |
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Responsibilities
The Laboratory Technologist I will run automated and manual tests on patient specimens, keep samples properly identified, handled, sorted and stored, and operate lab instruments. The role also reviews patient reports and enters data.
Requirements
Candidates need a diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or a degree in Medical Laboratory Science, plus passing the Canadian national lab technologist exam and current registration with the NL Council of Health Professionals. A satisfactory work record and willingness to take refresher courses are also required.
Skills
- Biochemistry testing
- Hematology
- Coagulation testing
- Transfusion medicine
- Blood collection
- Specimen processing and handling
- Automated analyzers
- Manual laboratory testing
- Laboratory data entry
- Specimen identification and sorting
- Quality control
- Medical Laboratory Technology
Categories
- Healthcare
- Science & Research
Keywords
- Medical Laboratory Technologist
- Medical Laboratory Technician
- clinical laboratory
- biochemistry
- hematology
- coagulation
- transfusion medicine
- blood collection
- specimen processing
- phlebotomy
- laboratory instruments
- healthcare
- shift work
- temporary
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Placentia
Seniority
Entry level
Licences and certifications
- NL Council of Health Professionals registration
- Medical Laboratory Technologist national examination
Languages
- English
Fields of study
- Medical Laboratory Technology
- Medical Laboratory Science