2500001660 - Laboratory Assistant

Lakeridge Health; Port Perry; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for a temporary full-time position. This role involves blood sample collection, urinalysis testing, and ensuring high standards of laboratory practices. The ideal candidate will possess relevant certifications and demonstrate effective communication skills, commitment to safety, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace culture

Commitment to safety programs

Accommodation for accessibility needs

Qualifications

• Recent phlebotomy experience in a hospital or medical laboratory setting.
• Physically able to perform duties of lifting, bending, sitting and prolonged standing.
• Demonstrated understanding of infection control principles.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood sample collections from patients of all ages.
• Ensure quality control and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation.
• Participate in student training program and report any unusual incidents.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational abilities

Time-management

Team player

Knowledge of infection control

Education

Medical Laboratory Assistant certificate

OSMT and/or CSMLS Laboratory Assistant certification

Tools

Pneumatic tube transport systems

Job description

OPSEU

Job Title: Laboratory Assistant

Status: Temporary Full Time

Department: Specimen Procurement - Port Perry

Program: Laboratory Services

8 Hour Shifts, days/evenings/nights/weekends Schedule (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Port Perry

Wage Schedule: $32.590 - $37.260 per hour

Posting Reference: 2500001660

This position is open to all qualified OPSEU staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 29 May 2025 and closing at 11:59 pm on 5 June 2025.

Duties And Responsibilities

Under the direction of the MLA Team Lead, Charge Technologist(s) or Manager, responsibilities include: blood sample collections from adults, children and neonates, following proper procedures as outlined in the laboratory manual; performing ECG's; urinalysis testing; ensuring quality control, maintenance and troubleshooting of urinalysis and other laboratory instrumentation; ensuring the cleanliness of equipment in the immediate work area; participating in the student training program, as required; immediately reporting any unusual incidents involving patients which occur in the performance of duties; following established safety and infection control procedures; and performing other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Medical Laboratory Assistant certificate from a recognized training facility (in good standing);
• OSMT and/or CSMLS Laboratory Assistant certification required;
• Recent phlebotomy experience in a hospital or medical laboratory setting;
• Proven effective organizational, prioritization and time-management abilities;
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills;
• Proven strong team player abilities with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;
• Knowledge of infection control principles and practices;
• Physically able to perform duties of lifting, bending, sitting and prolonged standing and walking;
• Ability to work in a high paced environment with frequent interruptions;
• Proven computer/keyboarding experience;
• Experience with pneumatic tube transport systems, an asset;
• Must have satisfactory performance record;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area
  
  

Conditions Of Employment

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) . Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID 19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.