Laboratory Assistant I

Albertapubliclabs; Edmonton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading laboratory organization is looking for Medical Laboratory Assistants to deliver high-quality service to clients, primarily through mobile collections. The successful candidates will perform a range of laboratory functions, requiring strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently. Flexible shifts in a rewarding environment contribute to meaningful patient care.

Qualifications

• BCP accreditation preferred.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license required.
• Phlebotomy certification with recent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality service to clients of the clinical laboratory.
• Handle and process laboratory specimens.
• Visit patients in mobile service areas to perform tests.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Client Services

Data Entry

Problem Solving

Education

Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program

Job description

The APL Mobile Collections department is seeking skilled and experienced Medical Laboratory Assistants to join our team. Mobile MLAs visit patients in long term care facilities and personal residences across mobile service areas. If you have a passion for working with elderly and infirm patients in a challenging and rewarding environment, this opportunity may be for you. This position requires the individual to prioritize tasks and manage their time effectively. It offers the opportunity to work independently, experience variety in work and make a difference daily.

Description :

As a Medical Laboratory Assistant I, you will provide high quality service to clients of the clinical laboratory in an effective, efficient and safe manner. You will be responsible for a variety of laboratory functions including procurement, handling, processing, dispatching and testing of specimens, performing procedures and reporting results.

• Classification : Laboratory Assistant I
• Union : HSAA FAC PROF / TECH
• Unit and Program : Mobile Collecttions - Edmonton and Surrounding Areas
• Primary Location : Windermere PSC
• Multi-Site : Not Applicable
• FTE : 1.00
• Posting End Date : 18-JUN-2025
• Employee Class : Regular Full Time
• Length of Shift in weeks : 2
• Shifts per cycle : 10
• Days Off : As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary : $23.72
• Maximum Salary : $29.56
• Vehicle Requirement : Driver's License, Vehicle Provided
• Classification : Laboratory Assistant I
• Union : HSAA FAC PROF / TECH
• Unit and Program : Mobile Collecttions - Edmonton and Surrounding Areas
• Primary Location : Windermere PSC
• Multi-Site : Not Applicable
• FTE : 1.00
• Posting End Date : 18-JUN-2025
• Employee Class : Regular Full Time
• Length of Shift in weeks : 2
• Shifts per cycle : 10
• Days Off : As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary : $23.72
• Maximum Salary : $29.56
• Vehicle Requirement : Driver's License, Vehicle Provided

Required Qualifications :

Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.

Additional Required Qualifications :

Previous Phlebotomy experience and ECG certification. Valid class 5 drivers’ license with a drivers abstract satisfactory to APL. Ability to lift to 10 lbs on a frequent basis. Ability to work independently within a team environment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on client services and public relations. Ability to perform repetitive duties efficiently and accurately. Ability to recognize and assist patients in distress. Flexibility to meet operational requirements including hours and location of work. Proficiency in data entry.

Preferred Qualifications :

At least 2 years of recent phlebotomy experience. ECG experience. Previous experience in a mobile collection environment. Working knowledge of Connect Care and MCIS. Proficiency in data entry. Excellent organizational, problem solving, troubleshooting and decision-making skills. Strong commitment to confidentiality and professionalism. Leadership, customer service or change management courses.

Please note :

All postings close at 23 : 59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening :

A satisfactory criminal record check and / or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with APL.

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