About the College

Code of Ethics

The Code of Ethics defines the basic expectations and sets forth the ethical principles the Alberta College of Medical Laboratory Technologists (College) has for every member. The Code of Ethics is a moral guide which governs the professional and personal conduct of all regulated members of the College and conveys to the public the principles by which professional performance is adjudicated.

1. Respect
   Medical Laboratory Technologists value and protect the welfare and dignity of all individuals. We are respectful, accessible, and cooperative with individuals, colleagues, and other healthcare providers to provide effective patient care.
   
2. Professional Attitude and Behaviour
   Medical Laboratory Technologists are honest, dependable, and equitable. We contribute to the development of the profession through collegiality, mentorship, self-development, and support of its institutions.
   
3. Professional Development
   Medical Laboratory Technologists strive for excellence in their professional practice and personal conduct by improving our knowledge, skills, judgments, and attitudes, and by protecting and enhancing our own well-being and fitness to practice.
   
4. Accountability
   Medical Laboratory Technologists are accountable for their actions and practice within the scope of their professional competence. We are responsible first to the individual, then to society and the environment for safe and lawful practice, and sustainable use of resources.
   
5. Confidentiality and Conflict of Interest
   Medical Laboratory Technologists understand and comply with applicable privacy legislation and policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of confidential information. Medical Laboratory Technologists are to avoid conflicts of interest, and will disclose a conflict if one arises. 
   
6. Safety
   Medical Laboratory Technologists promote a culture of safety and practice in compliance with all current provincial and federal legislation for the protection of patients, healthcare providers, the general public, and the environment.
   
7. Professional Responsibility
   Medical Laboratory Technologists promote excellence in their profession and practice within their scope of professional competence. We recognize self-regulation is a privilege which individual members of the profession merit through adherence to the Code of Ethics and the Standards of Practice.