Laboratory Assistant I

Lethbridge Centre Village Mall; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant I at Lethbridge Centre Village Mall. The role involves performing laboratory functions, including specimen testing and reporting results, while ensuring high-quality client service. Ideal candidates will have recent phlebotomy experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.
• Recent phlebotomy and ECG experience within the last 2 years.
• Ability to lift to 10lbs on a frequent basis.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Data entry proficiency

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program

Job 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
• Primary Location : Lethbridge Centre Village Mall
• Multi-Site : Not Applicable
• FTE : 0.00
• Posting End Date : 02-JUL-2024
• Employee Class : Casual / Relief
• Length of Shift in weeks : Varies
• Shifts per cycle : Varies
• Shift Pattern : Days
• Days Off : Other
• 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 :

Recent phlebotomy and ECG experience within the last 2 years. Ability to lift to 10lbs 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 :

Previous experience in a mobile collection’s environment. Working knowledge of Connect Care and MCIS. Excellent organizational, problem solving, troubleshooting and decision-making skills. Strong commitment to confidentiality and professionalism. Leadership, customer service or change management courses.