Laboratory Technologist I
- NL, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
| Zone: Eastern Rural Zone Location: Multi-Site (Primary Sites: Carbonear General Hospital and AAW) Laboratory Technologist I Laboratory Services Permanent, Full-Time NAPE LX 00549POS |
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| Hours | 70 bi-weekly (8 hour rotating shift work; days, evenings, nights, weekends) |
| Salary | LX-27 (CAD32.16 - CAD40.20 per hour)
The following Incentive may be applicable, and will require a Return in Service Commitment:
For more information on bursaries/incentives please visit www.workinhealthnl.ca/incentives or email employment@nlhealthservices.ca *subject to Government of Newfoundland and Labrador approval annually |
| Competition Number | VAC0029667 |
| Posted Date | 2026-10-01 |
| Closing Date | Open until filled. |
| Demands, duties, qualifications | Job Summary The Laboratory Technologist I performs medical laboratory testing in the Core Laboratory. Work includes performing routine and specialized analysis of various body fluids; maintaining the integrity of the specimens through proper identification; handling, sorting and storing of samples; reviewing all patient reports and entering data; participating in various research studies; providing clinical guidance/instruction to students; consulting and providing guidance to nursing and medical staff; 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. Current and continuing certification with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) as a general MLT or applicable subject MLT 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 at the first available opportunity refresher courses at the request of the employer. |
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More about this job
Responsibilities
The Laboratory Technologist I will perform medical lab tests on body fluids, keep specimens properly identified, handled and stored, review patient reports and enter data. The role also guides students and advises nursing and medical staff.
Requirements
Candidates need a diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or a degree in Medical Laboratory Science from an accredited program. They must hold current CSMLS general or subject MLT certification and current NL Council of Health Professionals registration, plus a satisfactory work performance record.
Skills
- Medical laboratory testing
- Body fluid analysis
- Specimen processing
- Specimen identification and storage
- Laboratory data entry
- Clinical report review
- Clinical instruction and mentoring
- Consultation with nursing and medical staff
- Research study participation
- Attention to detail
- Eye-hand coordination
- Rotating shift work
- CSMLS certification
- NL Council of Health Professionals registration
Benefits
- Signing bonus
Categories
- Healthcare
- Science & Research
- Government & Public Sector
Keywords
- Medical Laboratory Technologist
- Medical Laboratory Technician
- MLT
- Medical Laboratory Science
- clinical laboratory
- core laboratory
- body fluid analysis
- specimen handling
- laboratory testing
- CSMLS
- NL Council of Health Professionals
- patient reports
- rotating shifts
- healthcare
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Carbonear
- hospital laboratory
- clinical chemistry
- research studies
Seniority
Entry level
Perks
- Signing bonus
- Performance bonus
Licences and certifications
- CSMLS certification
- NL Council of Health Professionals registration
Fields of study
- Medical Laboratory Technology
- Medical Laboratory Science