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Laboratory Technologist - Laboratory Services - Regular Full-Time

Whitehorse, YT
On-site
Posted Sep 12, 2026
1 position

$41–$52 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 38 hours per week

Job summary

The laboratory technologist performs diagnostic testing and specimen processing to support patient diagnosis and treatment. They are also responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring quality control, and documenting all procedures accurately.

Job details

Regular Full-Time Position – (1.0 FTE) This position is at the L08 level with an hourly pay range of $41.30 - $52.25 (PSAC Bargaining Unit) Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, the position provides diagnostic testing for physicians and other health care providers without immediate support or consultation of an on-site pathologist. The medical laboratory technologist performs a variety of routine and specialized procedures in the processing of specimens for analysis used in diagnosis and treatment. This position is responsible for daily processing, testing, resulting and reporting of diagnostic samples within the laboratory; maintaining an on-going quality control program in order to ensure the accuracy and quality of the test results; keeping accurate records of all procedures; maintaining and troubleshooting a variety of laboratory instruments. Knowledge, skills and abilities required: * Knowledge of medical laboratory principles, theories, procedures, methods, techniques and practices; * Knowledge and ability to maintain a wide variety of complex laboratory equipment with and without the aid of service personnel; * Ability to perform routine and special analysis/procedures including phlebotomy; * Ability to maintain records and prepare comprehensive and concise reports; * Ability to maintain patient confidentiality; * Effective communication and interpersonal skills; * Professionalism, thoroughness, punctuality, reliability and tact; * Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision; * Ability to deal with interruptions, distractions, time pressures, concurrent demands and client pressures; * Ability to work in a team environment and foster team dynamics; * Commitment to professional development and continuing education; * Cross-cultural awareness; and, * Ability to work in a computerized environment Candidates must be certified as a Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist in Canada and be a member in good standing with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS). Recent experience working in an accredited Medical Laboratory and a valid class 5 driver’s license are also required for this position. This position will be expected to work all shifts and perform on-call duties as required. A degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field would be considered an asset for this position. Incentives: * Generous Vacation Time * Yukon Bonus * Relocation Allowance * Free Parking * Comprehensive Benefits Package * Pension Plan * On-site Gym Closing Date: Open Until Filled

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must be certified as a Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist in Canada and hold membership with the CSMLS. Recent experience in an accredited medical laboratory and a valid class 5 driver's license are required.