Laboratory Technologist I in Calgary

Reporting to the Technologist II, Supervisor, or Manager, this position is responsible for performing a variety of duties including but not limited to routine bench duties in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures, Immunohistochemistry staining – manual and automated, frozen sectioning, immunofluorescence staining, manual and automated, all quality control as required. Prepare antibody dilutions. Operate, maintain and perform troubleshooting of all instruments, equipment and procedures. Respond to non-conforming events. Monitor department supply inventory and act appropriately to maintain. Contribute to the ongoing improved operation of the technical areas. Participate in the validation and assessment of procedures and equipment under the direction of the senior tech. Participate in the training and orientation of students and staff and in evaluating their progress. Collaborate on the preparation of manuals and SOPs. Maintain, clean, decontaminate and organize work areas based on LEAN Six Sigma principles and established SOPs. Maintain awareness and consistently practices all safety precautions and procedures including WHMIS. File, retrieve and discard specimens/blocks/slides as per retention guidelines. Completes annual competencies. Enter information into the LIS. The work has high volume associated with it, and priorities that are constantly changing. Detailed accuracy is extremely important. The job has minimal to no control over workflow or service demands. There is continual exposure to disruptive noise and interruptions.

As a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) I, you will be responsible for the daily processing, testing, results analysis and reporting of diagnostic samples within the laboratory department. You will perform a variety of routine and specialized procedures in the processing of specimens used in diagnosis, treatment and research.

Required Qualifications: Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Alberta (CMLTA).

Additional Required Qualifications: Anatomic Pathology experience within the last 6 months, including microtomy. Able to work with exposure to chemicals and gloves. Chemicals may include but not limited to formalin, xylene, bleach. Physical effort requiring manual dexterity is required (more than 75% of time on the job) as well as prolonged standing or walking.

Preferred Qualifications: Immunohistochemistry experience in a clinical setting within the last 2 years. Experience with frozen tissue section processing and renal biopsies.

Please note: All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated. Security Screening: A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with APL.