Laboratory Technologist I - Toxicology & Trace Elements

A natural problem-solver, you may even think of yourself as a little bit of a medical detective. Using laboratory skills, you can perform Toxicology/TDM and Trace Element analysis to help healthcare professionals make an accurate diagnosis, or to restore, maintain, or optimize health - it just may take a little longer in the real world than it does on popular crime shows.Alberta Precision Laboratories is looking for someone like you for the role of Medical Laboratory Technologist – Toxicology at the University of Alberta Hospital. You’ll use specialized techniques like mass spectrometry (GC, LC and ICP), high performance liquid chromatography, and gas chromatography to identify or rule out substances contributing to patient’s condition or determine next steps in their treatment. Your attention to detail and organization will aid in maintaining laboratory records, performing routine maintenance, and troubleshooting of various instruments, performing quality control activities, and verifying patient/quality control results. Effective time management will help you get it all done.You will shine in this role as you are comfortable working independently and as part of a team, you are reliable and versatile and work well under pressure. Your strong communication and interpersonal skills will help you to thrive in the team environment, and when you’re called upon to assist with training of new employees and students.This role offers you an opportunity to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends.



Description:

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. Classification:

Laboratory Technologist I Union:

HSAA FAC PROF/TECH Unit and Program:

Toxicology & Trace Elements Primary Location:

U of A Hospital Multi-Site:

Not Applicable FTE:

0.00 Posting End Date:

31-AUG-2026 Employee Class:

Casual/Relief Date Available:

28-SEP-2026 Length of Shift in weeks:

Varies Shifts per cycle:

Varies Days Off:

Other Minimum Salary:

$37.61 Maximum Salary:

$49.53 Vehicle Requirement:

Not Applicable Classification:

Laboratory Technologist I Union:

HSAA FAC PROF/TECH Unit and Program:

Toxicology & Trace Elements Primary Location:

U of A Hospital Location Details:

As Per Location Multi-Site:

Not Applicable FTE:

0.00 Posting End Date:

31-AUG-2026 Employee Class:

Casual/Relief Date Available:

28-SEP-2026 Hours per Shift:





7.75 Length of Shift in weeks:

Varies Shifts per cycle:

Varies Shift Pattern:

Days, Evenings, Weekends Days Off:

Other Minimum Salary:

$37.61 Maximum Salary:

$49.53 Vehicle Requirement:

Not Applicable 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

Experience with the Epic Beaker laboratory information system.Experience operating, maintaining and troubleshooting the following specialized equipment: ICP-MS, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, GC, and HPLC.Experience with Windows based computer applications. Preferred Qualifications

Current experience working in a Clinical Toxicology and Trace Elements laboratory, with experience in manual extractions.Recent experience in a large, complex facility.Knowledge of quality systems, quality control theory and application. Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend 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. AB Precision Lab Zone, Edmonton, U of A Hospital AB Precision Lab Zone, St Albert, Sturgeon Community Hospital

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📌 Laboratory Technologist I - Toxicology & Trace Elements (Winnipeg)
🏢 Alberta Precision Labs
📍 Winnipeg