Manager, Laboratory Services

The Manager, Laboratory Services is responsible to lead and direct the Laboratory in the delivery of biochemistry, hematology, transfusion medicine, specimen receiving / processing services, microbiology, Mycobacteriology, point of care testing and environmental bacteriology services. The incumbent leads and directs the day-to-day operations, as well as long term planning of the Stanton Laboratory in accordance with established standards of laboratory technology. The incumbent is responsible to research and recommend patient care quality standards as they relate to the Laboratory Services provided to all age groups ranging from neonate to geriatrics. The Manager, Laboratory Services is a role-model, demonstrating vigilance in ensuring the highest of quality care.

Key Responsibilities

• Knowledge of Laboratory Technologies and Principles, and Standards of Practice including venipuncture and Electrocardiogram.
• Ability to operate and understand complex laboratory instrumentation in order to provide hands on laboratory services and provide direction and leadership to Technologists.
• Ability to quickly recognize atypical laboratory findings and initiate the appropriate action.
• Well-developed motor skills to manipulate small samples and repair delicate instruments in confined spaces.
• Ability to effectively supervise staff, organize workflow, and identify individual training needs.

Key Qualifications

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Term Position

This job opening is for a 1 year term.

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Immunization Status

The successful candidate will be required to obtain proof of current up-to-date immunization status.

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Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Transfer Assignments

Transfer Assignments may be considered.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 27502

Closing Date : February 23, 2026 - 23 : 59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $62.38 per hour to $74.51 per hour (approximately $121,641 - $145,295) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

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