Medical Laboratory Technologist - Laboratory Services

Medical Laboratory Technologist - Laboratory Services

Req ID: 219957

Location: Eastern Zone, St. Martha's Regional Hospital

Department: PLM Laboratory Services SMRH

Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly PT (60%)

CUPE Healthcare Position

Posting Closing Date: 12-May-26

About the Opportunity

The Medical Laboratory Technologist performs analytical tests and procedures offered by the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine using appropriate methodologies and quality assurance techniques. The role requires technical ability and problem‑solving skills to perform all tests (both manual and automated) in the clinical and environmental laboratories. The technician performs laboratory tests with a network of steps and variables according to established protocols and works with little or no supervision in emergency and weekend/night situations. Responsibilities include operating computer‑integrated instruments and networked systems, using computerized information systems, and comparing test results to pre‑established criteria (reference intervals) to decide on reportability, exercising independent judgment. The position requires tact, sensitivity, and professional communication under stressful conditions, and maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with the Medical Laboratory Technologist Code of Conduct.

About You

• Graduate from an approved Medical Laboratory Technologist program
• Licensed with NSRMLS or eligible to obtain licensure
• Registered with CSMLS
• Able to work shift work, including weekends and holidays as required
• Willingness to travel when required
• Competency in other languages an asset, French preferred
• Access to reliable transportation; travel within 75 km for schedule coverage may be required

Hours

Permanent part‑time position; 45 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$33.20 – $42.47 hourly

Eligible for the benefits package, including health, dental, travel, long‑term disability, life insurance, and a defined benefit pension plan.

Union and Equal Opportunity

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status should seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self‑identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self‑identify.

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