Medical Lab Technologist - Lab - RFT

Job summary

Perform laboratory testing in the Core Laboratory, including work in clinical chemistry, hematology, and transfusion medicine. Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and reagents, and carry out quality control in accordance with departmental policies and standards.

Job details

Position Number: 253064-67 Position Available: Medical Lab Technologist Status: Regular Full-Time (1.0 FTE) Department: Laboratory - Core Lab Union: OPSEU Shifts: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends Rate of Pay: $38.80/hr - $ 52.91/hr Posting Date: October 1, 2026 Closing Date: October 8, 2026 Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on October 8, 2026. About Joseph Brant Hospital Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara’s Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers. JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospital’s core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca. Position Summary Medical Laboratory Technologist with current CMLTO registration required. Recent experience in a Core Laboratory setting required. Strong working knowledge of Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, and Transfusion Medicine required. Ability to perform testing, calibration, quality control and maintenance procedures on reagents and equipment including troubleshooting, in accordance with departmental policies, procedures and standards. Preference will be given to candidates with recent related continuing education or equivalent. Meditech Client Server LIS experience an asset. Basic computer knowledge including keyboarding skill and an ability to work in MS Windows based environment. Good knowledge of hospital and laboratory safety and compliance. Good problem solving, analytical, organizational, and continuous improvement skills. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work independently and in a team environment. Ability to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned. Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking) Strong organizational skills, with demonstrated ability to prioritize in a fast paced environment Demonstrated reliable attendance, punctuality, availability and performance required Please Note: Assignment subject to change based on the needs of the department. To be considered for this exciting opportunity please visit the JBH Careers page to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment. Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require accommodation. Contact Human Resources for confidential assistance at careers@josephbranthospital.ca or at 905-632-3737 ext. 4129. This posting is for an existing vacancy. JBH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. Please include the posting number in the subject line of any email correspondence to enable appropriate assistance.

What you’ll do

Perform laboratory testing in the Core Laboratory, including work in clinical chemistry, hematology, and transfusion medicine. Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and reagents, and carry out quality control in accordance with departmental policies and standards.

Requirements

Current registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO) and recent Core Laboratory experience are required, along with strong working knowledge of clinical chemistry, hematology, and transfusion medicine. Candidates should have laboratory safety knowledge, computer skills, strong communication and organizational abilities, and the capacity to work independently and as part of a team.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Prioritization · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Clinical Chemistry
• Hematology
• Transfusion Medicine
• Laboratory Testing
• Calibration
• Quality Control
• Equipment Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Laboratory Safety
• Problem Solving
• Analytical Skills
• Organization
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Prioritization
• Meditech Client Server LIS

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Security & Safety