Job Description

Your Opportunity:

The Medical Laboratory Technologist I (MLT I) in the Specialized Diagnostics department of ProvLab offers an exciting opportunity to perform a variety of routine and specialized microbiological tests and procedures. Key aspects include working in a team environment to provide technical knowledge and expertise for testing related to molecular and traditional bacterial characterization that supports surveillance and outbreak investigation. The MLT I will ensure quality by performing and interpreting a variety of procedures including PCR, Real Time PCR, nucleic acid extraction, Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS), data analysis (BioNumerics), serological assays and antimicrobial susceptibility testing. Additionally, the Lab Technologist I will follow established safety and quality protocols while maintaining competency, assist with equipment operation and troubleshooting, supply maintenance, assist with the training of new staff, participate in the evaluation of new methodologies, participate in planning and implementation of changes to existing test protocols.

Description:

As a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) I, you will be responsible for the daily processing, testing, results analysis and reporting of diagnostic samples within the laboratory department. You will perform a variety of routine and specialized procedures in the processing of specimens used in diagnosis, treatment and research.

• Classification: Laboratory Technologist I
• Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Specialized Diagnostics
• Primary Location: U of A Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 14-NOV-2023
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 04-DEC-2023
• Temporary End Date: 04-JUN-2024
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $35.45
• Maximum Salary: $46.69
• 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: BSc in Medical Laboratory Science or Graduate of a recognized school of Medical Laboratory Technology required. Technical knowledge of appropriate methodology and testing techniques applied in a large Microbiology Laboratory required. Proven interpersonal skills for dealing with people in a team. Preferred Qualifications: Clinical experience in a Molecular Microbiology Laboratory preferred. Understanding of Molecular methodology including but not limited to PCR, rt-PCR, Nucleic Acid Extractions, and molecular workflow preferred. Demonstrated understanding of the philosophy of quality systems improvement preferred. Experience with the EPIC Beaker Information System.

Please note:

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

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.