Territorial Laboratory Information System Administrator

Job Summary

Location: Yellowknife

Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

Job ID: 28585

Salary: $106,158 - $126,809

Employment Type: Full-Time, Temporary

Closing Date: Nov 27, 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

Stanton Territorial Hospital is an accredited facility, located in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories (NWT). Stanton is the referral center for approximately 43,000 NWT residents and 5,900 residents from the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Stanton provides health care services to adults and children on an inpatient/outpatient and outreach basis in order to restore health with dignity. Stanton maintains a tobacco free environment within the building and throughout the property, recognizing the health hazards associated with tobacco in the workplace, both to smokers and non-smokers alike.

The Territorial LIS Administrator reports directly to the Manager, Laboratory Services and is located in Yellowknife. This position is responsible for the highly specialized territory-wide systems and supports all Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) users. The Territorial LIS Administrator is the territorial subject matter expert with respect to laboratory terminology, messaging and technical standards for the NWT LIS.

While there are no positions reporting to the LIS Administrator, the position provides leadership and critical support to LAC with regards to territorial LIS implementation, planning, maintenance, updates, customization, and training as well as operational support activities, including inbound and outbound interfaces to instruments and eHSS systems such as the territorial iEHR and EMR. The LIS Administrator is also responsible for recommending policy changes and process improvements to gain LIS efficiencies and effectiveness on an ongoing basis to LAC.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge and understanding of the SCC Soft Computer Software Lab Information system, including but not limited to, the following key components: Biochemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Microbiology and Transfusion Medicine.
• Knowledge and understanding of HL7 Messaging standards, Standardized Nomenclature of Medical Clinical Terms (SNOMEO CT), Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes (LOINC), International Organization of Standards (ISO) and accreditation standards.
• Previous exposure to and a basic understanding of alternate diagnostic services information systems such as Radiology Information Systems (RIS) and DICOM based programs would be an asset.
• Database management technical and operational knowledge and skills as well as advanced computer skills and knowledge, including word processing, spreadsheet, database applications electronic mail systems

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

This level of knowledge is typically acquired through the successful completion of a diploma from a recognized Medical Laboratory Technology Program.

A minimum of 2 years' experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist utilizing an electronic Laboratory Information System with functionality in the following disciplines: Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Microbiology and Transfusion Medicine. Incumbent must maintain active registration with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science as a Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist throughout the term of employment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Stanton Regional Requirements

Within Stanton, all health care providers must be able to acquire within a reasonable time frame and remain current with the following mandatory certifications:

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System Internet and E-mail application
• Fire training Fit Testing
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods,
• Workplace Bullying/Respectful Workplace
• Experience in the provision of support services within diagnostic services information systems and proven capacity to work within multidisciplinary teams.
• Registration with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Sciences (CSMLS) as a General Medical Laboratory Technologist is a requirement

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

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

Labour Market Supplement

The successful incumbent will receive a $10,000 supplement upon hire and an additional $10,000 supplement after completion of 12 months of continuous employment contingent on remaining employed in an eligible position for a further 12 months. This is a taxable benefit and will be subject to applicable deductions

Term Position

This job opening is for a 2 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 criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Immunization Status

The successful candidate will be required to obtain proof of current up-to-date immunization status.

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 # 28585

Closing Date: November 27, 2026- 23:59, Northwest Territories Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $54.44 per hour to $65.03. per hour (approximately $106,158 - $126,809.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

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