Lab Support Specialist: Medical Lab Assistant

LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services; Timmins; On-site; CAD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health Care

Dental Care

Life Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Vacation and Wellness Days

Employee Wellness and Giving Programs

Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

LifeLabs in Timmins, Ontario invites applications for a part-time Medical Lab Assistant. You will unpack and sort specimens, verify patient information, and prepare samples for analysis while upholding safety and privacy standards. The role offers training, opportunities for advancement, and collaboration across teams.

The position supports a weekend-friendly, flexible schedule with varying shifts and is part of the OPSEU Timmins collective agreement. Training provided.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an MLA program is an asset.
• Fast-paced environment; detail oriented.
• Data entry and computer skills required.
• Commitment to company practices and procedures.
• Prior lab operations experience is an asset.
• Ability to communicate across departments; maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Unpack and sort specimens from physicians and clinics.
• Confirm accuracy of requisitions and specimens; data entry.
• Prepare specimens for technical analysis.
• Respond to client inquiries; coordinate with logistics.
• Train and orient new team members.
• Perform weekly and monthly maintenance of lab equipment.
• Comply with all safety and security policies.

Skills

Data entry

Detail oriented

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking

Education

MLA program (asset)

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

LifeLabs in Timmins, Ontario invites applications for a part-time Medical Lab Assistant. You will unpack and sort specimens, verify patient information, and prepare samples for analysis while upholding safety and privacy standards. The role offers training, opportunities for advancement, and collaboration across teams.

The position supports a weekend-friendly, flexible schedule with varying shifts and is part of the OPSEU Timmins collective agreement. Training provided.