Combined Laboratory​/X-Ray Technologist

Position: Combined Laboratory / X-Ray Technologist I
Location: Southeastern Alberta (Drumheller)

Combined Laboratory / X-Ray Technologist I
This Vacancy may be eligible for the Recruitment Incentive and the Relocation assistance. Hanna located 199 km from Red Deer, with a population of 2,673, offers its residents a friendly, safe, and small-town lifestyle, while also benefit ting from the wide variety of recreational facilities and amenities within the town.

The Hanna Health Centre is comprised of a 24-hour Emergency Department, a 17-bed Acute Care ward, and a 61-bed Long Term Care facility. The Hanna health care team more than just believe in the AHS values, they live them every day, while providing excellent health care to the rural community.

This position is responsible for providing high-quality direct patient care while performing manual and automated laboratory procedures, diagnostic Imaging exams, cardiology procedures and related duties following established standards and practice defined by the Alberta College of Combined Laboratory and X-ray Technologists (ACCLXT) accreditation standards and legal standards. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, this position is required to work all shifts and provide on-call coverage when assigned with a 30-minute response time to the site.

Description:

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 and Diagnostic Imaging

Primary

Location:

Hanna Health Centre

Multi-Site:  Not Applicable

FTE:  0.60

Posting End Date:  23-OCT-2026

Temporary Employee Class:  Temp P/T Benefits

Date Available:

02-NOV-2026

Temporary End Date:  31-DEC-2027

Length of Shift in weeks:  4

Shifts per cycle:  12

Days Off:  As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary:  $38.74

Maximum Salary:  $51.02

Vehicle Requirement:  Not Applicable

Classification:  Combined Lab/X-Ray Tech I

Union:  HSAA FAC PROF/TECH

Unit and Program:  Laboratory and Diagnostic Imaging

Primary

Location:

Hanna Health Centre

Location Details:  As Per Location

Multi-Site:  Not Applicable

FTE:  0.60

Posting End Date:  23-OCT-2026

Temporary Employee Class:  Temp P/T Benefits

Date Available:

02-NOV-2026

Hours per

Shift:  7.75

Length of Shift in weeks:  4

Shifts per cycle:  12

Shift Pattern:  Day, Weekends, On Call

Days Off:  As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary:  $38.74

Maximum Salary:  $51.02

Vehicle Requirement:  Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

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).

Additional

Required Qualifications:

Recent, relevant experience as a Combined Laboratory and X-ray Technologist performing procedures in a core laboratory and general diagnostic imaging, including hospital affiliated training programs. Laboratory experience includes hematology, expanded chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis, specimen collection, preparation and referral. Recent cardiology experience including ECG and Holter Monitor. The ability to effectively communicate in English and provide excellent customer service is essential. Good organizational skills and ability to assume responsibility required.

Good interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as promote good teamwork is required. Demonstrated initiative, good judgment, and attention to detail essential. Ability to work under pressure and in emergency situations prioritizing workload, demonstrating tact and courtesy in dealing with patients, staff, and physicians required. Practices effective radiation protection, infection control, and safety techniques as applicable.

Proficient computer skills. Ability to interpret, explain and apply applicable legislation, standards, policies and procedures, and maintain patient confidentiality. Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification. Demonstrated desire and actions to further own knowledge relating to profession. Receptive to new ideas and change.

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiar with Sysmex XN-550, ACL Elite Pro, Vitros…