Travel Medical Laboratory Technologist

Job summary

The Medical Laboratory Technologist will provide high-quality laboratory services while supporting patient care across various healthcare facilities in Canada. The role involves working in dynamic environments and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure clinical excellence.

Job details

Northern Medical Connections (NMC) is currently seeking Medical Laboratory Technologists (MLTs) to fill exciting healthcare opportunities across Canada! NMC is a preferred Canadian healthcare staffing agency, proudly based in Kjipuktuk (Halifax), on Mi’kmaq territory. We honour Indigenous lands & communities across Canada. We are all Treaty People. Unlike many healthcare staffing agencies, NMC was founded by healthcare professionals. We know that exceptional patient care starts with well-supported, empowered clinicians. Our mission is simple: to connect healthcare professionals with important job opportunities across Canada, where they feel valued, safe, and supported. Who We're Looking For: Passionate and driven to excel Thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments Eager to elevate your skills Make a lasting impact beyond your community Confident in tackling new challenges Empathetic, culturally aware, and respectful A collaborative team player, committed to shared success Experience with Indigenous health and wellness practices, including traditional healing and cultural safety, considered a strong asset. NMC Onboarding Requirements: Must be legally authorized to work in Canada Willing to travel for work term assignments - flexible contract lengths available Minimum of four years of Canadian MLT experience, including at least one year of recent experience Current CSMLS Certification Completion of a recognized Canadian MLT diploma or degree program Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector A valid BLS certification completed through an in-person course Proof of current immunization for MMR, Varicella, Influenza, Covid 19, Polio and Hepatitis B Proof of Tdap booster within the past ten years Proof of negative TB skin test within the past ten years or negative chest x-ray within the past five years Proof of N95 Mask Fit Test Certificate within the past two years (3M 1870+, 3M 1860, 3M 1860S most commonly accepted) Why You'll Love Working with NMC: Competitive pay with additional perks, including incentives, per diems, and bonuses (varies by location) Paid travel and accommodations WCB and Professional Liability Insurance are provided Reimbursement for provincial certs after successful completion of 8 weeks on contract Employee Referral Program Opportunity to explore unique and diverse locations across Canada Flexible assignments tailored to your lifestyle Supported by NMC’s dedicated team every step of the way NMC is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for the travel nurses, healthcare partners, and communities we serve. Our commitment to inclusion is central to delivering exceptional healthcare staffing services across Canada—we believe that welcoming diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives not only enhances the quality of care we provide, but also strengthens our organization as a whole. We continuously evaluate and improve our policies and practices to uphold these values and ensure that every individual connected to NMC feels respected, supported, and a true sense of belonging. We appreciate all applicants’ interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted by our HR team. We encourage applicants to monitor their junk/spam email folders for any updates in the recruitment process.

What you’ll do

The Medical Laboratory Technologist will provide high-quality laboratory services while supporting patient care across various healthcare facilities in Canada. The role involves working in dynamic environments and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure clinical excellence.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a recognized Canadian MLT diploma or degree and possess current CSMLS certification. A minimum of four years of Canadian MLT experience, including one year of recent practice, is required along with valid BLS certification and various immunization records.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Incentives
• Per diems
• Bonuses
• Paid travel
• Paid accommodations
• WCB insurance
• Professional liability insurance
• Reimbursement for provincial certifications
• Employee referral program

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Team Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Medical laboratory technology
• Patient care
• Clinical support
• Cultural safety
• Indigenous health practices
• Laboratory testing
• Fast-paced environment management
• Team collaboration
• Communication
• Problem solving
• Hepatitis B
• Empathy
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Medical Laboratory
• Cultural Safety
• Mantoux Testing
• Influenza
• Professional Liability

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Travel Medical Laboratory Technologist
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist
• Medical and Pathology Laboratory Technicians
• Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
• Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians

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