Medical Laboratory Assistant — Dynamic Lab Support

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Powerview-Pine Falls; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Shared Health in Pine Falls is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant on a 0.70 FTE, in-person basis. You will assist in triaging, accessioning and processing specimens, and may perform basic routines per protocols. Phlebotomies are required, with emphasis on safety and QA.

Requirements include Grade 12, MLA program (preferred), and CSMLS certification (preferred). Fluency in English is required; French may be needed.

Qualifications

• Completed Grade 12 or equivalent as Manitoba Standards.
• Medical Laboratory Assistant program preferred.
• CSMLS MLA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist laboratory with sample triaging, accessioning and processing.
• Perform phlebotomies and maintain safe environment per guidelines.
• Ensure quality assurance and compliance with policies and legislation.
• Work independently or as part of a team and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Windows environment

Microsoft Office

Medical terminology

Sterile techniques

Keyboarding 50–55 wpm

Basic math concepts

Follow instructions precisely

English communication

Teamwork

Working under pressure

Confidentiality

French and English bilingual

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Medical Laboratory Assistant program

Tools

CSMLS Certification (preferred)

Job description

Shared Health in Pine Falls is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant on a 0.70 FTE, in-person basis. You will assist in triaging, accessioning and processing specimens, and may perform basic routines per protocols. Phlebotomies are required, with emphasis on safety and QA.

Requirements include Grade 12, MLA program (preferred), and CSMLS certification (preferred). Fluency in English is required; French may be needed.