Medical Laboratory Assistant

brightshores; Owen Sound; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant in Owen Sound. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in laboratory procedures, excellent interpersonal skills, and a commitment to patient safety. This role requires flexibility in scheduling and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment while adhering to professional standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Availability to work off-shifts, weekends, and on-call shifts.
• Demonstrated understanding of lab and hospital software systems.

Responsibilities

• Interact effectively with staff, patients, and suppliers.
• Advocate for patient safety and contribute to overall safety culture.
• Demonstrate initiative and good judgement in stressful situations.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Lab software systems

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Patient safety knowledge

Education

Graduate of a Medical Laboratory Assistant Program

MLPAO or CSMLS Certification or eligibility

Job description

• Graduate of a Medical Laboratory Assistant Program
• MLPAO or CSMLS Certification or eligibility
• Phlebotomy experience an asset
• Demonstrated understanding and use of lab and hospital software systems (. 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 organize, prioritize and adapt to constant changing priorities.
• Competency as described in the Competency Profile – Medical Laboratory Assistant, as published by the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS)
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
• Availability to work off-shifts, weekends and on-call shifts as scheduled
• Ability to function effectively in a team environment
• Ability to handle exposures to infection, noise, odours, working interruptions and high pressure situations
• Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality
• Recent satisfactory performance and attendance records
• Adherence to Brightshores ‘CARE’ Behaviours (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence) and ‘LEAD’ Competencies (Lead by example, Empower, Achieve results, Develop others) and a commitment to a safe workplace free of violence and harassment
• Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes