Laboratory Assistant I - Opioid Dependency & Enhanced Addiction Clinic

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

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Edmonton is seeking a Laboratory Assistant I to support opioid dependency treatment services. The successful candidate will manage lab functions, clean equipment, and assist clients. A high school diploma is required, with a focus on client-centered services and teamwork. This regular full-time position offers a salary range of $23.67 to $28.40 per hour, with various shifts.

Qualifications

• Ability to evaluate and interpret client needs using basic assessment skills.
• Ability to work independently with good judgment and collaboratively within a team.
• Ability to respond to emergencies, including physical activity as needed.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for receiving and sorting specimens.
• Clean and sanitize lab equipment.
• Carry out essential clerical duties.
• Respond to patient inquiries.

Skills

Client-centered services

Teamwork

Basic assessment skills

Multitasking

Education

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Your Opportunity: This position has transitioned to Recovery Alberta effective September 1, 2024. By applying on this posting, if you are the successful candidate, you agree to and will become an employee of Recovery Alberta. The Opioid Dependency Program (ODP) and Narcotic Transition Services (NTS) in Edmonton are seeking an energetic and flexible individual to support opioid dependency treatment services in the Edmonton Zone. The successful incumbent will be responsible for the organization and maintenance of the urinalysis-monitoring component of the clients’ treatment while engaged in the program. The position supports the continued care of clients from pre-admission to discharge and provides program information to clients and family members involved in their care. Collaboration with community pharmacies and urine collection sites is essential, as well as maintaining accurate client records relating to urine testing, observations and discussions with clients. While urine collection is a job responsibility, the bulk of the work is administrative.

Responsibilities

As a Laboratory Assistant I, you will be responsible for a variety of laboratory functions including receiving and sorting specimens, cleaning and sanitizing lab equipment, and performing basic lab tests. You will also carry out essential clerical duties and respond to patient inquiries. Specific responsibilities include:

• Transition Company: Recovery Alberta
• Classification: Laboratory Assistant I
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Opioid Dependency and Enhanced Addiction Clinic, Opioid Dependency Program, Narcotic Transition Services, Addiction Medicine, Addiction Psychiatry
• Primary Location: Forensic Assessment Community Services
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 24-SEP-2025
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 04-OCT-2025
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 60
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $23.67
• Maximum Salary: $28.40
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications: Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Additional Required Qualifications: The successful Lab Assistant will provide quality client-centered services. A positive attitude, ability to multitask, and effective teamwork are essential. Ability to evaluate and interpret client needs using basic assessment skills and direct them to appropriate addiction and mental health resources. Provide administrative support to the program, clinic, physicians, and team. Ability to work independently with good judgment and collaboratively within an inter-professional team. Ability to respond to emergencies, including physical activity such as lifting, bending, and moving quickly as needed.
• Preferred Qualifications: A minimum of 3 years working with vulnerable populations, particularly those experiencing addiction and mental health concerns. Comforting, engaging, and supporting people accessing care for opioid use disorder. Knowledge of harm reduction and trauma-informed care. Knowledge and understanding of medications used in treatment for opioid use disorder.

Note: This description reflects the current staffing needs and does not constitute a contract. EEO/AA obligations apply.