Medical Laboratory Assistant

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Gimli; On-site; CAD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare organization in Gimli seeks a Medical Laboratory Assistant for a maternity leave position. Responsibilities include assisting in specimen processing, performing basic laboratory procedures, and maintaining compliance with professional standards. Candidates should have completed Grade 12 and preferably a Medical Laboratory Assistant program. Skills in a Windows environment and effective communication are essential. This full-time role involves various shifts including days, evenings, and weekends, and requires adherence to workplace standards.

Qualifications

• Provincial standards require successful completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Preference for completion of a Medical Laboratory Assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Assist the laboratory in sample triaging and processing specimens.
• Perform basic routine procedures according to established protocols.
• Maintain a safe environment according to professional guidelines.

Skills

Windows computer environment

Microsoft Office programs

Medical terminology

Sterile techniques and routine practices

50 – 55 wpm keyboarding skills

Basic math concepts

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to work both independently and as a team member

Work under pressure

Maintains confidentiality

Fluency in French and English

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Medical Laboratory Assistant program

Job description

Requisition ID: 393951

PositionNumber: 20093375

Posting End Date: December 20, 2025

City: Gimli

Employer: Shared Health

Site: Shared Health -Gimli Community Health Centre

Department / Unit: Gimli Laboratory

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MAHCP

Anticipated Start Date - End Date:b>01/19/2026 - 07/19/2027

Reason for Term: Maternity Leave

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days;Evenings;Weekends

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Salary: $27.782 , $28.619 , $29.475 , $30.360 , $31.247 , $32.205 , $33.178

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Charge Technologist or designate, the Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) is responsible for assisting the laboratory in its role of sample triaging, accessioning, and processing of specimens. The MLA may also perform some basic routine procedures according to established protocols. Performs phlebotomies according to departmental policy. The MLA will maintain a safe environment in accordance with professional and provincial guidelines and ensure compliance with quality assurance programs and maintain standards put forth by Accreditation. Functions are conducted in accordance with the Mission and Values of Shared Health, current policies and procedures and applicable legislation.

Experience

• Previous related experience preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Completed Grade 12 or equivalent, Manitoba Standards, is required.
• Completion of a Medical Laboratory Assistant program is preferred.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) Medical Laboratory Assistant Certification preferred.

Qualifications and Skills

• Windows computer environment required.
• Microsoft Office programs preferred.
• Medical terminology preferred.
• Sterile techniques and routine practices preferred.
• 50 – 55 wpm keyboarding skills an asset.
• Apply basic math concepts such as fractions, percentages, and ratios.
• Follow oral and written instructions precisely with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills required in English.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team member.
• Work under pressure.
• Maintains confidentiality with all information entrusted to the position.
• Fluent language skills (written and oral) in both French and English may be required.
• Ability to perform duties as described.

This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should selectthe "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.