Laboratory Assistant I

Alberta Health Services; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the region is looking for skilled Medical Laboratory Assistants. The role involves visiting patients in long-term care facilities and personal residences to provide high-quality clinical laboratory services. Candidates must have an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program completion, phlebotomy experience, and excellent communication skills. The position offers variety in work and the chance to make a significant impact daily. Flexibility in hours is required, and a driver's license is a must for mobility. Competitive salary range starts at $23.72 and goes up to $29.56.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.
• Previous Phlebotomy experience and ECG certification are required.
• Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs frequently.

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 accurately.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Communication skills

Client service focus

Data entry proficiency

Ability to work independently

Organizational skills

Education

Completion of accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program

Tools

ECG equipment

Phlebotomy tools

Job description

Your Opportunity

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.

Job Details

• Classification: Laboratory Assistant I
• Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Mobile Collections - Medicine Hat Casual
• Primary Location: Medicine Hat Carry Drive
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 27-JAN-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 09-FEB-2026
• Hours per Shift: Varies
• 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

Qualifications

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. Excellent organizational, problem solving, troubleshooting and decision-making skills. Strong commitment to confidentiality and professionalism. Leadership, customer service or change management courses.