Job prospects Medical Laboratory Technologist in the Fredericton–Oromocto

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Medical laboratory technologists in the Fredericton–Oromocto. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be good for Medical laboratory technologists (NOC 32120) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Medical laboratory technologists are employed by hospitals, blood banks, clinics, research facilities and post-secondary institutions.
• Population growth and an aging population will support demand for medical laboratory technologists, going forward, as this will generate an increasing need for medical laboratory tests.
• Technological advancements are impacting the nature of work as more processes are becoming automated.
• Medical laboratory technologists must be certified and registered with the New Brunswick Society of Medical Laboratory Technologists in order to practice.
• Some employers may require a university science degree for specialized medical laboratory technologists.

Here are some key facts about Medical laboratory technologists in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

• Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Medical laboratory technologists mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 92%
  • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 8%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology