Laboratory Assistant – Laboratory Services – Whitehorse General Hospital

Whitehorse Chamber; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Vacation Time

On-site Gym

Pension Plan

Free Parking

Job summary

Whitehorse General Hospital is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for Laboratory Services in Whitehorse. The role supports both out-patient and in-patient testing, including blood and urine sampling, ECGs, holter monitoring, and pulmonary function tests.

The incumbent will prepare and dispatch specimens, receive samples from Health Centres, and perform clerical tasks as required. Certification as a Medical Laboratory Assistant and practical lab experience are required; CPR/TDG/ECG interpretation

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical laboratory terminology.
• Keyboarding ability of 30 wpm with less than 5% error.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ability to understand and follow all applicable policies and procedures.
• Understanding of basic laboratory technical testing.
• Ability to perform ECG and PFT.
• Demonstrated ability to perform phlebotomy on all clients including the newborn and infirm.

Responsibilities

• Administers out-patient and in-patient blood and urine sampling; electrocardiograms; holter monitors; and pulmonary function tests.
• Prepares and dispatches specimens to referral laboratories; receives specimens from Health Centers.
• Performs clerical and related duties as needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Keyboard skills 30 wpm

Confidentiality

Policies & procedures

Laboratory testing basics

ECG & PFT

Phlebotomy

Safety & universal precautions

Inventory management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Professionalism

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

Medical Laboratory Assistant certification

Job description

Laboratory Assistant – Laboratory Services – Whitehorse General Hospital

Requisition #LABOR003109 (PSAC Bargaining Unit)
Regular Part-Time Position – (0.5 FTE)
This position is at the L06 level with an hourly pay range of $35.94 - $45.47
Are you looking to be part of an exceptional and passionate health care team in one of Canada’s most spectacular natural environments with vast and stunning wilderness at your doorstep?
Yukon Hospitals strives to cultivate an environment of passionate and engaged people with a culture that values growth, work/life balance, and wellness in helping all our people reach optimal ability. Our organization is an integrated system of hospitals: Whitehorse General Hospital (79 beds), Watson Lake Community Hospital (6 beds) and Dawson City Community Hospital (6 beds).
Reporting to the Manager, Laboratory Services and working closely with the Laboratory Technologists the incumbent administers out-patient and in-patient blood and urine sampling, electrocardiograms, holter monitors, and pulmonary function tests; prepares and dispatches specimens to referral laboratories; receives specimens from the Health Centers; performs clerical and other related duties.
Knowledge, skills and abilities required:

• Knowledge of medical laboratory terminology;
• Demonstrated keyboarding ability of 30 wpm with less than 5% error rate;
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality;
• Ability to understand and follow all applicable policies and procedures;
• Understanding of basic laboratory technical testing;
• Ability to perform ECG and PFT;
• Demonstrated ability to perform phlebotomy on all clients including the newborn and infirm;
• Ability to work safely and follow universal precautions;
• Ability to maintain inventory and keep workspace clean and tidy;
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment;
• Strong attention to details;
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills;
• Professionalism, thoroughness, punctuality, reliability and tact;
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision;
• Ability to work in a team environment and foster team dynamics;

The successful candidate will have certification as a Medical Laboratory Assistant with an accredited institution with practical experience in a medical laboratory setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. CPR, TDG and ECG interpretation certifications are a requirement for this position or must obtain within 6 months of hire. Previous employment in a health care setting would be considered an asset.

Incentives:

• Generous Vacation Time
• On-site Gym
• Pension Plan
• Free Parking

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Yukon Hospital Corporation is committed to employment equity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Unfortunately, at this time, we are unable to consider resumes from International applicants. Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada in order to apply, i.e. have Landed Immigrant Status, Work Visa, or be a Canadian Citizen.
Posting Date: November 2, 2026