MG4 Medical Technologist 4
Regular/full-time
Department of Agriculture
Animal Health and Welfare/VDS, Industry Advancement
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 45219
Salary(s): MG4 $103,691.00 - $130,433.00 per year
Closing Date: June 25, 2026
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
The Department of Agriculture is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Supervisor Medical Technologist – Microbiology with the Animal Health and Welfare Branch - Veterinary Diagnostic Services Laboratory.
Duties:
As part of the Veterinary Diagnostic Services laboratory management team, the position leads and manages a team of Medical Technologists in an area of specialty (virology, clinical pathology, or microbiology and subsections within each section). The Microbiology section provides veterinary laboratory diagnostic services to commercial animal producers and to veterinarians responsible for the care of companion animals. Reporting to the Senior Manager, the Microbiology Supervisor manages all operations within the section including human resources, testing protocols, quality assurance, maintaining equipment and supplies, and communication to stakeholders.
Why Work For Manitoba Government?
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.
Financial Security
- Attractive salaries
- Defined pension plan
- Life insurance coverage
- Long-Term Disability Plan
Benefit Plan
- Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
- Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
- Annual health spending account for eligible employees
Commitment to Health and Wellness
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
- Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
- Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
- Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options
Professional Growth & Development
We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as in-house training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.
Organizational Culture and Values
The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.
Impact on Manitoba’s Future
By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.
Qualifications:
Essenital:
- Extensive employment related experience in clinical microbiology (bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, antimicrobial susceptibility testing), supported by thorough and current technical and theoretical knowledge of diagnostic principles and procedures
- Extensive employment related experience and knowledge in processing clinical specimens for microbiology (bacteriology, mycology, parasitology)
- Comprehensive experience with total quality assurance practices, including quality control procedures specific to microbiology testing
- Supervisory experience, including recruitment, training, orientation, performance management and day-to-day oversight of laboratory staff
- Knowledge of and experience with health and safety practices relevant to microbiology laboratories, including the handling of infectious materials and the biological safety and biosecurity procedures required within a Containment Level 2 facility
- Experience with troubleshooting issues related to microbiology laboratory equipment, culture methods and testing procedures, including non-conformance reporting and action plan development
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong leadership skills, including the ability to coach, train and mentor microbiology personnel
- Strong written communication skills, including experience preparing technical reports and writing standard operating procedures
- Effective verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills, including maintaining accurate laboratory records, managing confidential information and meeting multiple deadlines while ensuring accuracy, efficiency and adherence to quality standards
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook), including creating and maintaining Excel spreadsheets for inventory and budget tracking
- Ability to prioritize and assign work assignments effectively within a microbiology laboratory environment
Desired:
- Post-secondary degree in biological science with specialization in microbiology would be considered an asset
- Experience working in an accredited clinical laboratory (e.g., ISO 17025 or equivalent)
- Proficiency with laboratory information management systems
Conditions of Employment:
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Must be a Licensed Medical Laboratory Technologist, and currently registered and in good standing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Manitoba (CMLTM), or eligible for registration with CMLTM prior to commencement of employment
- Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check
- Must be able to meet all requirements of the organization’s rabies vaccination policy
Advertisement # 45219
Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9
Phone: 204-945-7518
Fax: 204-945-0601
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.
Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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