Medical Laboratory Assistant

Shared Health-Soins Communs; Steinbach; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Manitoba is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to assist with specimen processing, perform routine procedures, and ensure compliance with quality assurance programs. The ideal candidate should have completed Grade 12, preferably have a Medical Laboratory Assistant certification and experience. Strong communication skills in both French and English are desirable for this role, which emphasizes teamwork and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Previous related experience preferred.
• CSMLS Medical Laboratory Assistant Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the laboratory in sample triaging, accessioning, and processing of specimens.
• Perform basic routine procedures according to established protocols.
• Perform phlebotomies according to departmental policy.
• Maintain a safe environment according to professional guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance programs.

Skills

Windows computer environment

Microsoft Office programs

Medical terminology

Sterile techniques

Keyboarding skills (50 – 55 wpm)

Basic math concepts

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Fluent in French and English

Education

Completed Grade 12 or equivalent

Medical Laboratory Assistant program

Job description

Position Overview

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.

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist the laboratory in sample triaging, accessioning, and processing of specimens.
• Perform basic routine procedures according to established protocols.
• Perform phlebotomies according to departmental policy.
• Maintain a safe environment in accordance with professional and provincial guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance programs and standards put forth by Accreditation.
• Operate in accordance with the organization’s Mission and Values, policies, 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.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

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.

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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.

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