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Zone: Eastern Rural ZoneLocation: Dr. W. H. Newhook Health CentreLaboratory and X-Ray TechnologistLaboratory Services - Laboratory MedicineTemporary, Full-Time (until February 28, 2027, with the possibility of extension)NAPE LX00234RP1Hours: 70 bi-weekly (8-hour rotating shift work; days, evenings, nights, weekends, standby)Salary: LX-27 (CAD32.16 - CAD40.20 per hour)Competition Number: VAC0021470Posted Date: 2026-02-12Closing Date: Open until filledJob Summary The Laboratory and X-Ray Technologist is responsible for performing a variety of technical laboratory and general radiographic proced…

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Zone: Eastern Rural ZoneLocation: Dr. W. H. Newhook Health CentreLaboratory and X-Ray TechnologistLaboratory Services - Laboratory MedicineTemporary, Full-Time (until February 28, 2027, with the possibility of extension)NAPE LX00234RP1Hours: 70 bi-weekly (8-hour rotating shift work; days, evenings, nights, weekends, standby)Salary: LX-27 (CAD32.16 - CAD40.20 per hour)Competition Number: VAC0021470Posted Date: 2026-02-12Closing Date: Open until filledJob Summary The Laboratory and X-Ray Technologist is responsible for performing a variety of technical laboratory and general radiographic procedures. These would include operating stationary equipment in the Diagnostic Imaging Department, preparing patients for examination, checking and maintaining x-ray equipment, collecting blood samples and/or other bodily specimens from inpatients and outpatients, preparing specimens and performing routine analysis of specimens manually or with the use of analyzers, and interpreting results and repeats testing if necessary. Performs other related duties as required.Job Demands By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to): Limited requirement to reposition/lift patients to and from x-ray table and from stretcher. Constant requirement to stand for extended periods, to walk to and from procedures, to use machinery that requires very controlled movement, to operate hand tools that require accurate control, and to use fine finger precision movements when on computer. In some cases, there is limited freedom to move about. Occasionally required to bend or stretch into awkward body positions. Higher than normal levels of attentiveness are required for the health and safety of patients when performing tests and to ensure the correct interpretation of the laboratory or x-ray requisition.Job QualificationsGraduation from a recognized (accredited) program with a diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or a degree in Medical Laboratory Science, supplemented by the successful completion of a Diagnostic Imaging Skills Program is required.Successful completion of the Medical Laboratory Technologist national examination in the applicable field(s) of practice, as recognized in Canada, is required.Current and continuing registration with the NL Council of Health Professionals as a Laboratory Technologist and an X-Ray Health Professional (Limited Status) is required.A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.*Effective May 1, 2025, all Medical Radiation Technologists and X - Ray Health Professionals will require registration with the Newfoundland and Labrador Council of Health Professionals (NLCHP) in the appropriate discipline(s) in order to practice in Newfoundland and Labrador.

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• Control · Preferred
• Technical · Preferred
• precision · Preferred
• analysis · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• procedures. · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• Diagnostic · Preferred
• discipline · Preferred