Employment Status: Full-time

Department: Laboratory

✓ Pension ✓ Dental Insurance ✓ Disability Insurance ✓ Health Insurance ✓ Life Insurance

THIS JOB OPPORTUNITY IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT INTERNAL LAKE OF THE WOODS DISTRICT HOSPITAL EMPLOYEES

Job Type

Full time Permanent

This posting is for an existing vacancy

Hours/Shift

1.00 FTE

7.50 hour day shifts

Classification

MLT

Department

Laboratory Services

Salary

$42.6642 to $51.6319 per hour

As per CUPE 3634 Collective Agreement

Closing Date

Friday, October 23, 2026

If this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you and you meet most of the essential qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply and provide us more details about why you think you would be a great fit. LWDH is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to enhance skillsets and working experience.

Description

As an integral member of the Laboratory Services department, the Pathology Medical Laboratory Technologist provides technical expertise and supports the pathology discipline as part of the Hospital’s laboratory services. The position is directly accountable for pathology services including grossing, specimen preparation for referrals, and dictation for reports. The position performs laboratory procedures in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures, while providing guidance and coordination to lab staff to support efficient workflow and service delivery.

The Pathology Medical Laboratory Technologist supports quality assurance and quality control activities, monitors equipment and supply requirements, and applies comprehensive knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, procedures and operational practices to maintain safe, accurate and efficient laboratory services.

The position performs all duties in accordance with applicable professional standards, Hospital and departmental policies and procedures, and organizational mission and values, while maintaining patient confidentiality and supporting excellence in patient care.

Values

COMPASSION: We are empathetic, sensitive and understanding to the unique needs of our patients. their families, our staff and our communities.

COLLABORATION: We are stronger together, working as a team and with our partners to improve the health of our patients.

EXCELLENCE: We are committed to quality care and service excellence for every patient. We stay current on evolving science and share our expertise.

INTEGRITY: We are committed to honesty, confidentiality, confidentiality and trust. We act in a professional and ethical manner to best meet the needs of our patients, their families, our staff and our communities.

RESPECT: We embrace the strength in our diversity and treat patients, families, staff and partners with dignity.



We value each individual and bring trust to every relationship.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

- Three (3) weeks paid vacation prorated
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
- Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes basic life insurance, short/long-term disability coverage, and voluntary custom options
- Hospitals of Ontario Disability Income Plan coverage that includes short-term sick pay and long-term disability
- Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
- Relocation and accommodation packages and support
- Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, an employee perks program, and much more!

Qualifications

Experience

- Minimum two (2) years’ experience as Medical Laboratory Technologist

Registration/licensure

- Successful completion of the CSMLS national exam or the CAMPLR national exam under the Bundle - MLT General, must have successfully passed all discipline areas
- Current valid registration with the CMLTO, with the specialties of Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Transfusion Medicine, and Clinical Microbiology, and Histology listed

Education

- Successful completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Technologist program approved by the CSMLS
- Successful completion of continuing histology education
- Successful applicant must attend a 6-8 week pathology/histology training program at UHN, Toronto

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

- Demonstrative effective verbal and written communication skills
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work independently
- Robust observation skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Demonstrated effective time management skills
- Able to meet the physical and cognitive demands of the position
- Demonstrated reliable attendance record

Working Conditions

Physical environment

- Indoor laboratory services setting with overhead lighting, noise associated with shared spaces and lab equipment
- Environment is subject to frequent interruptions and distractions

Physical demands

- Frequent standing, walking,



lifting up to 20 pounds, grip/grasp, reaching, bending, and twisting movements
- Regular carrying and push/pull movements
- Hand-eye coordination with the ability to handle laboratory instruments
- Combination of fine and gross motor movements

Cognitive demands

- Work is driven by standard turnaround times and deadlines, pressure and deadline demands are present
- Major consideration for concentration and attention
- Memory and information recall for completing procedures according to training/standards
- Verbal communication requirements for accurate and clear dictation
- Reading/comprehension requirements for understanding and executing instructions as given from originating healthcare practitioner

Hazards

- Exposure to chemicals and chemical waste, biohazardous and radioactive materials and/or potentially infectious disease(s) and/or specimens on a regular basis
- Exposure to bodily fluids
- Handles sharps equipment (i.e. needles, blades, etc.)

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position. Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. LWDH is a proud and active partner in the All Nations Health Partners Ontario Health Team, working collaboratively towards the development of a seamless, patient-centre healthcare system. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application. For more information, to request an accommodation, or to report a frequently publicly posted advertised job posting, please contact the Human Resources Department at (phone hidden) ext. 2393.

📌 Pathology Medical Laboratory Technologist (Full-time Permanent) (Kenora)
🏢 Lake of the Woods District Hospital
📍 Kenora