Laboratory Assistant I

Medicine Hat Carry Drive; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A medical laboratory provider in Medicine Hat seeks a Medical Laboratory Assistant I to deliver high-quality client services. Responsibilities include specimen procurement, testing, and reporting results. Ideal candidates will have phlebotomy experience and strong communication skills. The position also emphasizes flexibility and teamwork in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.
• Previous phlebotomy experience and ECG certification.
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. frequently.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality service to clients of the clinical laboratory.
• Perform procurement, handling, and testing of specimens.
• Report test results efficiently and accurately.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Communication skills

Client service focus

Data entry proficiency

Education

Completion of Medical Laboratory Assistant program

Job description

Overview

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.

Role Details

• Classification : Laboratory Assistant I
• Union : HSAA FAC PROF / TECH
• Unit and Program : Mobile Collections
• Primary Location : Medicine Hat Carry Drive
• Location Details : As Per Location
• Multi-Site : Not Applicable
• FTE : 0.00
• Posting End Date : 15-SEP-2025
• Employee Class : Casual / Relief
• Date Available : 25-SEP-2025
• 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

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. Ability to lift up 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.