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Laboratory Technologist I

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Newfoundland and Labrador

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Overview

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is hiring a temporary full-time Laboratory Technologist I at Carbonear General Hospital until January 31, 2027, with possible extension. The role performs routine and complex haematology, coagulation and blood cross-matching testing in the Haematology and Transfusion Division. Shifts rotate across days, evenings, nights and weekends, with pay of CAD 32.16 to 40.20 per hour and a signing bonus of up to $7,000.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform routine and complex haematology and coagulation testing
  • Test blood and other body fluids per standard operating procedures
  • Complete blood cross-matches for surgery, treatment and trauma
  • Perform other related duties as required

Requirements summary:

  • Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or degree in Medical Laboratory Science
  • Current CSMLS certification as general or subject MLT in Haematology and Transfusion Services
  • Current registration with NL Council of Health Professionals
  • Satisfactory work performance record
  • Willingness to complete refresher courses on request

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Employer posting date
2026-11-11
First seen by our source
2026-11-12
Source record updated
2026-11-12

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAllied health
Hours per week35
Scheduleday, evening, weekends, overnight
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingLaboratory, Hospital or clinic
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · lift 30 lb · computer moderate
Licences & certificationsCSMLS certification, NL Council of Health Professionals registration
EducationCollege diploma (required), Bachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyMedical Laboratory Technology, Medical Laboratory Science
Perks mentionedSigning bonus, Performance bonus

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Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services

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HeadquartersSt. John's
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Job description
Zone: Eastern Rural Zone
Location: Carbonear General Hospital

Laboratory Technologist I
Laboratory Services - Core Lab
Temporary, Full-time (Until January 31, 2027, with the possibility of extension)
NAPE LX
00269RP1
Hours70 bi-weekly (8 hours, Rotating, Shift Work; Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends)
SalaryLX-27 (CAD32.16 - CAD40.20 per hour)

The following Incentives may be applicable, can be combined and require a Return in Service Commitment:

  1. Signing Bonus up to $7,000
    For more information on bursaries/incentives please visit www.workinhealthnl.ca/incentives or email [email protected]

*subject to Government of Newfoundland and Labrador approval annually

Competition NumberVAC0030895
Posted Date2026-11-12
Closing DateOpen until filled.
Demands, duties, qualificationsJob Summary The Laboratory Technologist I performs medical laboratory testing in the Haematology and Transfusion Division. Work includes performing routine and complex diagnostic hematology and coagulation testing on blood and other body fluids according to standard operating procedures in order to provide accurate and timely results; completing cross match in order to provide compatible blood and blood components for surgery, treatment and trauma situations; and performing other related duties as required.

Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Occasionally lifts and/or unload objects weighing up to 30 lbs.
Regularly stands or sits for extended periods, requiring constant repetitive movement of upper extremities and walking to deliver reports/results.
Visual and auditory concentration are constant and eye/hand coordination and higher than normal levels of attentiveness are required.

Job Qualifications
Graduation from a recognized (accredited) program with a diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or a degree in Medical Laboratory Science is required.
Current and continuing certification with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) as a general MLT or subject MLT in both Haematology and Transfusion Services is required.*
Current and continuing registration with the NL Council of Health Professionals is required.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.
** The successful applicant must be willing to complete at the first available opportunity refresher courses at the request of the employer.

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