Medical Lab Assistant - Precise, Team-Focused Lab Support

Brightshores; Owen Sound; Remote; CAD 47,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Brightshores in Owen Sound is hiring a part-time Medical Laboratory Assistant to collect samples, perform tests, and maintain laboratory equipment within regulatory guidelines. The MLA will work under the Manager of Laboratory and support patient safety and quality standards.

The successful candidate will have a MLPAO or CSMLS diploma, plus lab software exposure and strong teamwork abilities. Availability for off-shifts and multi-site coverage is expected in a collaborative hospital environment.

Qualifications

• MLPAO or CSMLS Certified Lab Assistant Diploma.
• Secondary Education or equivalent is required.
• Phlebotomy experience an asset.
• Demonstrated understanding and use of lab and hospital software systems (i.e. LIS, Document management system).
• Ability to interact effectively with others within and outside of the organization (staff physicians, patients, technologists, suppliers, Ministry of Health).
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and good judgement in a stressful environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and adapt to constant changing priorities.
• Competency as described in CSMLS Medical Laboratory Assistant Competency Profile.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Availability to work off-shifts, standby, on call and weekends as scheduled, and multi-site coverage when required.
• Ability to function effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to handle exposures to infection, noise, odours, interruptions and high pressure situations.
• Respect and maintain confidentiality.
• Recent satisfactory performance and attendance records.
• Advocates Brightshores values and patient safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples, conduct medical laboratory tests.
• Set up, clean and maintain medical laboratory equipment.
• Work in accordance with regulations and standards and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Team player

Lab software

Communication

Attention to detail

Stress management

Adaptability

Confidentiality

Safety awareness

Education

Lab Assistant Diploma (MLPAO/CSMLS)

Secondary education or equivalent

Tools

LIS

Document management system

Job description

Brightshores in Owen Sound is hiring a part-time Medical Laboratory Assistant to collect samples, perform tests, and maintain laboratory equipment within regulatory guidelines. The MLA will work under the Manager of Laboratory and support patient safety and quality standards.

The successful candidate will have a MLPAO or CSMLS diploma, plus lab software exposure and strong teamwork abilities. Availability for off-shifts and multi-site coverage is expected in a collaborative hospital environment.