Laboratory Assistant I

Windermere PSC; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Edmonton is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant I. You will be responsible for high-quality service delivery to clients of the clinical laboratory, including specimen handling and testing. The ideal candidate has completed an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program and has experience in phlebotomy. This part-time role offers a salary between $23.72 and $29.56 per hour, with a flexible operational shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.
• Previous Phlebotomy experience and ECG certification.
• Valid class 5 driver's license with a satisfactory driver's abstract.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality service to clients of the clinical laboratory.
• Responsible for procurement, handling, processing, dispatching and testing of specimens.
• Perform procedures and report results.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work independently

Data entry proficiency

Client service focus

Problem-solving skills

Education

Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program

Tools

ECG equipment

Job description

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 Collections Edmonton - Oliver Park
• Primary Location : Windermere PSC
• Location Details : As Per Location
• Multi-Site : Not Applicable
• FTE : 0.60
• Posting End Date : 24-JUL-2025
• Temporary Employee Class : Temp P / T Benefits
• Date Available : 25-AUG-2025
• Temporary End Date : 29-AUG-2026
• Hours per Shift : 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks : 2
• Shifts per cycle : 6
• Shift Pattern : Days, On Call
• 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.