Laboratory Assistant (Casual 0.0 FTE)

The Royal; Brockville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading mental health care center in Brockville seeks a Laboratory Assistant to support diagnostic services. The role involves specimen collection, preparation, and maintaining patient confidentiality. Ideal candidates hold medical laboratory technology qualifications and possess venipuncture experience. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential. The position offers a competitive hourly rate ranging from $31.05 to $34.24, reflecting a commitment to healthcare excellence and inclusion.

Benefits

Equity and inclusion commitment

Accommodations for disabilities available

Qualifications

• Post-secondary training in an approved accredited medical laboratory technician program with MLPAO certification.
• Previous venipuncture and EKG experience required.
• English level A in oral comprehension, expression, reading, and writing; bilingual (French/English) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and specimen collection as needed.
• Receive, verify, label, and prepare specimens.
• Package and ship samples to testing laboratories promptly.

Skills

Venipuncture

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Post-secondary training in medical laboratory technician program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number: BMHC25-132E
Title: Laboratory Assistant (Casual 0.0 FTE)
Position Status: Casual
FTE: 0.0
Job Schedule: Days
Department: Laboratory & Diagnostic Services
Union: OPSEU Local 439
Site: Brockville Mental Health Centre
Number of Vacancies: 1

About The Royal

As one of Canada’s foremost mental health care and academic health science centres, The Royal has a clear purpose: to get more people living with mental illness into recovery faster. This is at the core of everything we do and it is driven by the passion, focus and dedication of our employees. Every day, the work that we do transforms the lives of people with mental illness through specialized mental healthcare, advocacy, research and education.

Duties

• Venipuncture and other specimen collection as required.
• Receiving, verifying, labeling and preparation of specimens
• Separating, packaging and shipping of all samples to testing laboratories in a timely fashion.
• Ensuring all confidential information is maintained in a secure fashion.
• Performing EKGs as required.
• Follow safe work practices and procedures at all times.
• Assist with training of new staff.
• Other duties pertaining to the Lab such as inventory management and supply ordering.
• Work in a manner that is in compliance with staff and patient/client safety practices, policies and procedures of The Royal.
• Ensure a work environment that is conducive to The Royal’s Anti‑Racism, Harassment & Discrimination Free policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Post‑secondary training in an approved accredited medical laboratory technician program with MLPAO certification (or equivalent).
• Knowledge, experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic/experience requirements/credentials.
• Previous venipuncture and EKG experience required.
• Knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety legislation; transportation of dangerous goods, WHMIS, Universal precautions, safe handling practices.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a Mental Health setting is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to enter data information accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational, problem solving and time management skills.
• Maintain workload measurement and data collection as required and input into the workload measurement system on a regular basis.
• English level A‑is mandatory in oral comprehension, expression, reading, and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is an asset.

Salary Range

31.05 to 34.24 per hour

Additional Information

• All applicants must provide a recent resume that clearly indicate that they meet the required qualifications.
• Please apply by clicking on the Apply button below.
• The Royal sincerely thanks all applicants for their interest in a career with us; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
• All new hires will be required to obtain a clear and valid Criminal Record or Vulnerable Sector Records Check as a pre‑condition of employment.
• The Royal Ottawa Health Care Group is committed to equity and inclusion in the workplace. Our commitment is rooted in the belief that a diverse workforce enhances the quality of care and organizational strength. We encourage applications from members of equity‑deserving communities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. Upon request, accommodations due to disability are available throughout the recruitment process.