Laboratory Assistant- Part Time Regular Float- Burnaby, BC

LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading medical laboratory company is seeking a Part Time Laboratory Assistant in Burnaby, BC, to support specimen collection and related activities. Responsibilities include performing phlebotomies, maintaining patient relationships, and ensuring compliance with medical protocols. The ideal candidate will have relevant training or experience, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to patient confidentiality. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits program

Vacation and wellness days

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent experience.
• ECG training or experience is an asset.
• Ability to maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Greet and collect required information from patients.
• Perform phlebotomies and maintain client relationships.
• Complete data entry of required patient demographics.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Data entry skills

Education

Completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant program

Job description

Overview

LifeLabs is seeking a Laboratory Assistant - Part Time Regular Float in Burnaby, BC. This role supports the specimen collection process and related activities. LifeLabs is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.

Responsibilities

• Greet and collect required information from patients, explain the specimen collection process, and ensure patients have followed necessary test protocol prior to specimen collection.
• Perform phlebotomies, connect / disconnect Holter monitors, 24-hour blood pressure monitoring, and perform ECG tracings.
• Perform special test collections (e.g., medical / legal drug screens, paternity tests, and clinical trials) and complete related documentation.
• Maintain client relationships, including responding to inquiries and following up on requests.
• Complete data entry of required patient demographics, requisition information, and other information related to processing test results.
• Prepare specimens for transportation and testing.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent related experience, such as working as a healthcare professional with training or experience in phlebotomy, intravenous infusion and / or intravenous therapy (e.g., nurses, infusion therapist, cardiac technologist).
• ECG training or experience is an asset.
• Proficient data entry skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain the strictest standards of patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Ability to effectively relate to patients and health care providers.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive total rewards program, including benefits and retirement savings; coverage for employees and their families (Extended Health Care, Dental Care, Life Insurance).
• Vacation and wellness days; professional development and membership reimbursement; access to discounts and programs.
• Accommodations available upon request during recruitment; vaccination policies may apply as per regulatory requirements.

Status: Part Time Regular Float | Schedule: Varies | Start Date: ASAP | Number of positions: 1