Job Description

The DynaLIFE Microbiology department operates 24/7 in order to provide quality service to acute care hospitals, long-term care facilities, community physicians and regional clients from Central Alberta through remote and rural communities in Northern Alberta, Northwest Territories and Nunavut. Microbiology partners with our clients to play a key role in training, antimicrobial stewardship and infection prevention and control.

Major Functions and Responsibilities

Rotating bench technologist \xe2\x80\x93 Performs a variety of routine laboratory tests involving numerous steps and techniques associated with processing specimens for the complete isolation, identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing of significant bacteriological organisms. Also included: ova and parasite identifications.

Required Skills

• Demonstrates excellent organizational, problem-solving, troubleshooting and decision making skills.
• A strong team player with ability to perform duties independently and with others.
• Demonstrates good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates good computer skills.
• Must have excellent time management skills.
• Must work in a professional manner.

Required Experience

• Must have experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist or student practical training as a Medical Laboratory Technologist in Microbiology
• Kiestra experience is an asset

Minimum Qualifications

• Medical Laboratory Technologist (CSMLS) with current CMLTA registration or eligible for registration

Other Information

• The current shift indicated is subject to change due to operational requirements
• Preference for this position will be given to bargaining unit members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the DynaLIFE/HSAA Collective Agreement
• Please note that successful candidates will be subject either a probation or trial period
• All persons newly hired to DynaLIFE must show their confirmation of SIN letter/SIN card and government issued photo ID to Human Resources prior to commencing work.
• All persons hired to DynaLIFE must be authorized to work in Canada for any employer.
• Individuals hired into all positions must provide verification of their highest level of education.
• A security clearance will be required for employees newly hired to DynaLIFE.
• A security clearance with vulnerable sector completed may be required for employees newly hired to DynaLIFE.
• DynaLIFE is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment life cycle. We ask that all job applicants please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to

to ensure their ability to fully participate in the recruitment process. * Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Thank you for your application.

This position is located at Base Lab, Edmonton, AB. .

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