Combined Laboratory / X-Ray Technologist I

The Town of Westlock is located one hour northwest of Edmonton, just north of the continental divide between the Athabasca and North Saskatchewan River basins and east of the Pembina River. With over 4,800 residents, Westlock offers a welcoming, family-oriented environment with a wide range of amenities. Residents and visitors enjoy an Aquatic Centre, outdoor skating rink, off leash dog park, skateboard park, multiple sports facilities, the Rotary Walking Trail, and numerous parks and open spaces. Thunder Lake Provincial Park featuring boat access, campgrounds, and lakeside recreation is only 45 minutes away, while the region’s rivers provide excellent fishing and water sport opportunities. Community events such as the Westlock Country Jamboree, Blue Suede Music Festival, and the local Farmers Market contribute to a vibrant, active atmosphere that draws people to the area year round. As a Combined Laboratory and X Ray Technologist I at the Westlock Healthcare Centre, you will be part of a collaborative rural healthcare team that provides essential diagnostic services to the community and surrounding region. In this role, you will perform site specific manual and automated laboratory procedures, diagnostic imaging exams, cardiology procedures, and related duties in accordance with standards set by the Alberta College of Combined Laboratory and X Ray Technologists (ACCLXT), the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA), and the Health Professions Act. Working in a rural setting offers the opportunity to broaden your skills across multiple disciplines, exercise professional independence, and contribute directly to high-quality patient care in a supportive and community focused environment.

As a Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technologist I, you will perform procedures in both the laboratory and in diagnostic imaging, typically in rural sites. You will work as a member of the inter-professional team and be responsible for collecting and analyzing biological specimens, conducting X-ray examinations, ECGs and reporting results. Your responsibilities include preparing patients, venipuncture and micropuncture, routine equipment maintenance, maintaining supplies and performing quality control procedures as required.

Classification: Combined Lab/X-Ray Tech I

Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH

Unit and Program: Laboratory

Primary Location: Westlock Healthcare Centre

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: Not Applicable

FTE: 0.50

Posting End Date: 22-SEP-2026

Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits

Date Available: 09-NOV-2026

Temporary End Date: 12-NOV-2027

Hours per Shift: 7.75

Length of Shift in weeks: 2

Shifts per cycle: 5

Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call

Days Off: As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary: $37.61

Maximum Salary: $49.53

Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Completion of diploma from an accredited program in Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technology (CLXT). Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Combined Laboratory and X-ray Technologists (ACCLXT).

This is a working level position utilizing technical skills and judgment performing a diverse range of diagnostic procedures in the Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Transfusion Medicine, and Specimen Procurement and Diagnostic Imaging, within the scope of practice of a Combined Medical Laboratory X-Ray Technologist. The successful candidate will perform routine bench duties in accordance with laboratory and diagnostic imaging policies and procedures to ensure a high quality, accurate and timely result. Ensures annual competencies are completed within specified timelines. Provides instruction and collects specimens ensuring sample integrity. Performs quality control and assurance practices and maintains records as required. Operates, maintains, and performs troubleshooting on a variety of laboratory and x-ray instruments to ensure optimal function. Monitors department supply inventory and acts appropriately to maintain. Participates in the validation and assessment of procedures and equipment under the direction of the senior techs and other leaders. Collaborates on the preparation of manuals and SOP.

Experience with Beaker and Radiant modules of Epic in the last 2 years. Experience performing ECGs in the last 2 years. Experience on Vitros 3400, Sysmex with Caresphere, Wellsky, Triage meter, i-Stat. Experience on FUJI CR and Phillips X-Ray unit.

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with APL.