Zone: Eastern Rural Zone
Location:Placentia Health Centre
Laboratory Technologist I
Laboratory Medicine
Temporary Full-Time (until July 30, 2027, with the possibility of extension)
NAPE LX
00277DIF
Hours 70 biweekly (8-hour rotating, shift work; days, evenings, nights, weekends; standby)
Salary LX-27 (CAD32.16 - CAD40.20 per hour)
Competition Number VAC0030496
Posted Date 2026-10-23
Closing Date Open until filled.
Demands, duties, qualifications
Job Summary The Laboratory Technologist I performs medical laboratory testing in a core lab environment rotating through Biochemistry, Hematology/Coagulation, Transfusion Medicine, and Blood Collection/Specimen Procurement. Work includes, but is not limited to, performing automated and manual testing on various specimens; maintaining the integrity of the specimens through proper identification, handling, sorting, and storing of samples; reviewing patient reports and entering data; and operating and maintaining various automated instruments; 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.
Successful completion of the Medical Laboratory Technologist national examination in the applicable field(s) of practice, as recognized in Canada, 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 refresher courses at the first available chance at the request of the employer.
Employees, to review your attendance record please refer to your employee portal on the Intranet for details. The attendance record is only available to employees who are currently in positions that accumulate sick time.

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📌 Laboratory Technologist I (Newfoundland and Labrador)
🏢 Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
📍 Newfoundland and Labrador