Job Description

Your Opportunity:

Travel two hours east of Edmonton to Experience New Ideas for Living at the corner of Highway 16 and Highway 41 in the growing community of Vermilion. With a population of over 4,500, it features excellent cultural and recreational facilities, plus new retail and commercial developments. Take in the Vermilion Agricultural Fair, one of the oldest and largest traditional fairs in Western Canada, celebrating their 119th Anniversary this year on July 24-26. Other popular events during the year include; Celebrate Canada Day at the Taste of Vermilion in June, Art in the Park in September, Savour Vermilion in November, and Candy Cane Countdown in December. Step back in time at the Vermilion Heritage Museum, which is located in an historic school with seven galleries, plus two display buildings. Enjoy the outdoors in Vermilion with trails, a spray park, mini golf, a nine-hole golf course, soccer fields, trout pond and playgrounds. Camping at the Vermilion Provincial Park is also very popular. Once winter arrives, enjoy the cross-country ski trails where Beckie Scott, Canadian Olympic gold medalist, trained.

Description:

As a Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technologist I, you will perform procedures in both the laboratory and in diagnostic imaging, typically in rural sites. You will work as a member of the inter-professional team and be responsible for collecting and analyzing biological specimens, conducting X-ray examinations, ECGs and reporting results. Your responsibilities include preparing patients, venipuncture and micropuncture, routine equipment maintenance, maintaining supplies and performing quality control procedures as required.


Classification: Combined Lab/X-Ray Tech I Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Laboratory and DI Primary Location: Vermilion Health Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.70 Posting End Date: 13-AUG-2025 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 23-AUG-2025 Temporary End Date: 31-AUG-2026 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 7 Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends, On Call Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $35.45 Maximum Salary: $46.69 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of diploma from an accredited program in Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technology (CLXT). Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Combined Laboratory and X-ray Technologists (ACCLXT).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Required to take call and live within 30 minutes of the facility when on call. Recent, experience as a CLXT performing procedures in a core laboratory and general diagnostic imaging, including hospital affiliated training programs. Laboratory experience includes hematology, expanded chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis, specimen collection, preparation and referral. Recent cardiology experience including ECG and Holter Monitor. The ability to effectively communicate in English. Good organizational skills and ability to assume responsibility. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work independently and promote good teamwork, under pressure and in emergency situations. Demonstrated initiative, good judgment, and attention to detail. Ability to demonstrate tact and courtesy in dealing with patients, staff, and physicians. Practices effective radiation protection, infection control, and safety techniques as applicable. Proficient computer skills. Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification. Ability to adapt to many changes. Demonstrated desire and actions to further own knowledge relating to profession. Demonstrated ability to prioritize workload and adapt to stressful situations using tact and diplomacy. Ability to interpret, explain and apply applicable legislation, standards, policies and procedures. Receptive to new ideas and change.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in the past two years in: Radiography experience with both Carestream DR Evolution and Revolution. ACL Elite Pro, DxH 600, Vitros XT3400, Access 2, Clinitek Advantus, I-Stat, and Triage MeterPro, Muse and Connect Care LIS.



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Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.



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Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with APL.