Laboratory Technologist

Job Summary

Location: Inuvik

Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

Job ID: 28596

Salary: $96,876 - $115,733

Employment Type: Full-Time, Temporary

Closing Date: Nov 24, 2026

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Department Information

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

Job Information

The Beaufort-Delta Region of the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority invites applications for the position of Laboratory Technologist, located at the Inuvik Regional Hospital.

Reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor, the Laboratory Technologist is responsible for the collection, analysis, and interpretation of a broad range of biological and environmental samples in accordance with recognized international laboratory standards and established territorial policies. The incumbent performs testing in chemistry, hematology, coagulation, immunohematology, basic microbiology, water testing, and specimen collection/processing.

Working in a northern regional hospital environment without an on-site Pathologist, the Laboratory Technologist exercises a high degree of professional judgment and autonomy. Pathology services are provided through an external consultant, requiring strong technical competence and the ability to recognize and respond appropriately to abnormal or critical findings.
The Laboratory processes approximately 20,000 samples annually and provides services to seven Community Health Centers, regional public health and environmental health programs, and external partners including industry and government departments. Accurate and timely laboratory results are essential to supporting diagnosis, treatment, disease management, and public health initiatives across the Beaufort-Delta Region.

Key Responsibilities
- Analyze biological samples using international laboratory standards to support disease diagnosis and management.
- Perform, record, and monitor Quality Control (QC) to ensure accurate and reliable results.
- Collect and test patient specimens as part of the healthcare team.
- Collect and prepare specimens for dispatch.
- Assist with result interpretation in the absence of a Pathologist, supporting patient care and public health.
- Maintain complex laboratory equipment to reduce downtime and extend lifespan.
- Serve as a Laboratory Medicine resource to uphold procedures and promote professional awareness.

Job Share Opportunity

We are seeking a qualified candidate interested in a job share arrangement. The role involves shared responsibility for a full-time position, requiring strong communication, flexibility, and collaboration.

To be successful in this role, typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
This level of knowledge is typically acquired through the successful completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Technology Program at a diploma/degree level. Certification and registration with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Sciences as a General Medical Laboratory Technologist is a requirement.

Additional Requirements
Proof of immunization as required.
Highly sensitive position - verification of identity and criminal records check required

Qualified candidates seeking a challenging and rewarding role in a northern healthcare setting are encouraged to apply.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information

Job Share Position

This Job Opening is for a 6 Weeks on and off Job Share position.

Term Position

This job opening is for a 1 Year Term

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Registrations

Eligible for current registration/certification with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Sciences is mandatory for this position.

For more information on health and social services careers and practicing in the Northwest Territories please visit www.practiceNWT.ca

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 28596

Closing Date: November 24, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $49.68 per hour to $59.35 per hour (approximately $96,876 - $115,733.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $14,699.

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