Job Information

The Beaufort-Delta Region of the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority invites applications for the position of Laboratory Technologist, located at the Inuvik Regional Hospital.

Reporting to the Laboratory Supervisor, the Laboratory Technologist is responsible for the collection, analysis, and interpretation of a broad range of biological and environmental samples in accordance with recognized international laboratory standards and established territorial policies. The incumbent performs testing in chemistry, hematology, coagulation, immunohematology, basic microbiology, water testing, and specimen collection/processing.

Working in a northern regional hospital environment without an on-site Pathologist, the Laboratory Technologist exercises a high degree of professional judgment and autonomy. Pathology services are provided through an external consultant, requiring robust technical competence and the ability to recognize and respond appropriately to abnormal or critical findings.
The Laboratory processes approximately 20,000 samples annually and provides services to seven Community Health Centers, regional public health and environmental health programs, and external partners including industry and government departments. Accurate and timely laboratory results are essential to supporting diagnosis, treatment, disease management, and public health initiatives across the Beaufort-Delta Region.

Key Responsibilities
- Analyze biological samples using international laboratory standards to support disease diagnosis and management.
- Perform, record, and monitor Quality Control (QC) to ensure accurate and reliable results.




- Collect and test patient specimens as part of the healthcare team.
- Collect and prepare specimens for dispatch.
- Assist with result interpretation in the absence of a Pathologist, supporting patient care and public health.
- Maintain complex laboratory equipment to reduce downtime and extend lifespan.
- Serve as a Laboratory Medicine resource to uphold procedures and promote professional awareness.

Job Share Opportunity

We are seeking a qualified candidate interested in a job share arrangement. The role involves shared responsibility for a full-time position, requiring strong communication, flexibility, and collaboration.

To be successful in this role, typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
This level of knowledge is typically acquired through the successful completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Technology Program at a diploma/degree level. Certification and registration with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Sciences as a General Medical Laboratory Technologist is a requirement.

Additional Requirements
Proof of immunization as required.
Highly sensitive position - verification of identity and criminal records check required

Qualified candidates seeking a challenging and rewarding role in a northern healthcare setting are encouraged to apply.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel View phone number on gov.nt.ca
Fax View phone number on gov.nt.ca
View email address on gov.nt.ca

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

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