Program Specialist
Company
Government of Northwest Territories
PracticeNWT is the attraction and recruitment banner for health and social services professionals for the entire Northwest Territories Health and Social Services System. Our primary role is to attract health and social services professionals, including allied health professionals, midwives, nurses, physicians, and social workers, to the many outstanding employment and lifestyle opportunities available in the Northwest Territories. Additionally, we support programs and initiatives designed to inspire Northwest Territories students and youth to explore careers in the health and social services professions.So just what is the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services System (HSS System)? The HSS System includes the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA), the Hay River Health and Social Services Authority (HRHSSA), the Tłı̨chǫ Community Services Agency (TCSA – Health), and the Department of Health and Social Services. Combined, these four organizations support health and social service delivery across all 33 communities of the Northwest Territories.Intrigued? Come find out what it means to live in our spectacular territory, while doing rewarding work, and expanding your opportunities through our incredible employee programs and benefits.
Location
Fort Smith, NT
Duties
We are seeking a Combined Laboratory/Radiology Technologist in Fort Smith, Northwest Territories. If you are looking to work in a place where adventure is at your doorstep, we’ve got you covered! Whether you travel by foot, bike, snowmobile, cross-country skis, or dog sled, you're always a short distance away in Fort Smith - a community world-renowned for its sights and outdoor adventures!
The position reports to the Regional Manager of Allied Health Services and provides diagnostic services (laboratory and x-ray) including to but not limited to point of care testing, urinalysis, microscopyphlebotomy, specimen receiving/processing, shipping & packaging of laboratory samples, taking and preparing x-ray images and electrocardiographs.
Annual salaries range from $94,751 - $113,178 plus $ 29,280 - $31,080.00 in paid benefits within the first year. Our amazing benefits package also includes health and dental, a generous pension plan, outstanding leave benefits, relocation assistance, and professional development opportunities and education support.
Apply now: Combined Laboratory/Radiology Technologist https://www.practicenwt.ca/en/hss-careers
Fort Smith is the southern-most community in the Northwest Territories, hugging the border with Alberta. Bordering Wood Buffalo National Park and the Slave River, nature is just a stone’s throw away. Fort Smith is also home to the world’s largest Dark Sky Preserve, which provides excellent opportunities to view the northern lights.
Interested in knowing more about living and working in the NWT? Visit www.PracticeNWT.ca or follow us on social media @practicenwt.
Requirements
This job typically requires the successful completion of a certification from an approved Combined Laboratory/X-ray Technologist (CLXT) or Certified Combined Technician (CCT) program.
Start Date
2025-06-06
Salary
$96,876 - $115,733
Contact
Name
Karl Johnston
Display Name
Karl Johnston
Title
Program Specialist, Talent & Organizational Development
Address
4501 Franklin Ave
Telephone
867 767 9105
Job Posting Link
Government of Northwest Territorieswebsite
Display Date
2025-06-07
Expiry Date
Until Filled