Medical Laboratory Technologist 1 - Microbiology - Government of Northwest Territories

Have you ever dreamed of examining Agar plates under the Aurora Borealis?

Join Our Team in Yellowknife for the opportunity to be our next Medical Laboratory Technologist -Microbiology!

As a Medical Laboratory Technologist – Microbiology, you’ll be part of a collaborative team at Stanton Territorial Hospital, performing critical diagnostic testing in Microbiology, Mycobacteriology, and Environmental Bacteriology.

You’ll work under the guidance of a Technical Supervisor and contribute to over 15,000 samples processed monthly, supporting regional health centres, public health offices, and northern industries.

To view the full job description, please visit our Careers page. 

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary range: $96,876 – $115,733
• Paid Benefits: $23,700 – $24,900 in paid benefits in year 1!
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan, comprehensive health and dental benefit plan.
• Paid relocation, including 10 – 21 days of paid accommodations.
• Northern tax deductions $11 – $22/daily
• Deferred salary, take 80 - 90% of salary for 6 – 12 months of paid leave.
• Up to $50k is available to support long-term education goals through professional development programs.

What You Bring

• Diploma or degree from an accredited Canadian Medical Laboratory Technology Program
• Recent experience (within 5 years) in a Canadian hospital microbiology lab
• International applicants must have 3+ years of Canadian hospital lab experience
• These are bona fide requirements; equivalencies will not be considered

Yellowknife offers a rare mix of urban amenities and northern adventure. From snowmobiling and aurora viewing in winter to boating and hiking under the summer’s midnight sun; adventure is 10 minutes away. The city’s vibrant arts and festival scene includes Folk on the Rocks, the SnowKing Winter Festival, and a diverse mix of theatre and musical performances at the Northern Arts & Cultural Centre.

Foodies will love the Tuesday Farmers Market at Somba K’è Park, overlooking Frame Lake, with vendors serving food from all over the North and the world. Local favorites include Arctic char, Bannock, wild berry pies, and Arctic Blend Ukiurtatuq tea.

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) - Yellowknife Region serves Yellowknife, N’Dilo, Dettah, Lutsel K'e, and Fort Resolution, and includes Stanton Territorial Hospital, Specialist Clinics, and the Health Promotion and Protection branch.

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Interested in knowing more about living and working in the NWT? Visit www.PracticeNWT.ca