Laboratory Technologist I
NL Health Services - 1,002 Jobs
Carbonear, NL
Job Details:
Location: Carbonear General Hospital
Laboratory Technologist I
Core Lab
Temporary Full-time (until March 31, 2026, with possible extension)
NAPE LX
00269RP1
Hours: 70 bi-weekly (8 hours, Rotating, Shift Work; Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends)
Salary: LX27 (CAD32.16 - CAD40.20 per hour)
Competition Number: VAC0017442
Posted Date: 2025-10-15
Closing Date: Open until filled
Job Summary
The Laboratory Technologist I performs medical laboratory testing in the Core Lab, including Biochemistry, Haematology and Transfusion Medicine. Work includes performing routine and complex diagnostic testing on blood and other body fluids according to standard operating procedures in order to provide accurate and timely results; completing cross match in order to provide compatible blood and blood components for surgery, treatment and trauma situations; 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 subject MLT in Biochemistry Haematology and Transfusion Services is required.*
Current and continuing registration with the NL Council of Health Professionals is required.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.
*Laboratory Technologist I's in the Core Lab currently float between Biochemistry, Haematology and Transfusion Services.
** The successful applicant must be willing to complete at the first available opportunity refresher courses at the request of the employer.
Employees, to review your attendance record please refer to your employee portal on the Intranet for details. The attendance record is only available to employees who are currently in positions that accumulate sick time.
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