The Medical Laboratory Technologist II will work a combination of approximately half time administrative/technical oversight office time and the other half on the bench utilizing technical skills and judgment performing a diverse range of diagnostic procedures within the Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Cardiology and Specimen Procurement departments, within the scope of practice of a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT). Applicants must be able to work independently and perform all aspects within the scope of practice of a MLT from sample collection to testing/resulting in all of the above-mentioned disciplines. Lacombe Hospital is an acute care hospital with a busy emergency department as well as acute care, day surgeries, restorative care, palliative and long-term care departments providing service for the Community and surrounding area. The successful applicant will be required to present to the hospital for callback within 30 minutes.
As a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) II, you will coordinate the day-to-day operations and the quality control function of the laboratory. You may have advanced technical knowledge or are the lead responsible for coordinating the day-to-day operations of Laboratory Information System (LIS) support, site education, quality assurance or laboratory research programs. Your responsibilities may include coordinating, prioritizing, monitoring and assigning work to MLT l's, providing technical advice, problem solving and trouble shooting on a variety of laboratory instruments. In addition, you will participate in the technical aspects of the laboratory, ensuring the performance of standard and specialized procedures.
- Classification: Laboratory Technologist II
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Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
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Unit and Program: Laboratory
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Primary Location: Lacombe Hospital & Care Centre
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Location Details: As Per Location
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Multi-Site: Not Applicable
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FTE: 1.00
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Posting End Date: 12-JUN-2026
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Employee Class: Regular Full Time
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Date Available: 30-JUN-2026
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Hours per Shift: 7.75
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Length of Shift in weeks: 12
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Shifts per cycle: 60
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Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends, On Call
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Days Off: As Per Rotation
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Minimum Salary: $40.73
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Maximum Salary: $52.34
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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:
Successful completion of the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) exam. Current experience in Biochemistry and Hematology required. Proven interpersonal, oral and written communication skills are required. Excellent public relation and a service-oriented manner are essential. Must be able to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with patients/clients, families, staff, inter-disciplinary team members and personnel from other departments in a fast-paced and changing environment. Proven analytic and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, logical/methodical work habits, and demonstrated ability to work independently are required. Candidate must be well organized and flexible. Current phlebotomy experience including venipuncture, micropuncture, blood culture and Type and Screen on all ages and patient types. Cardiology experience including holter monitors and ECG. Macro and microscopic urinalysis. Minimum of 5 years laboratory experience is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prefer that the successful applicant has 3-5 years of experience in a rural core laboratory.
