Medical Laboratory Assistant - Histology

Grand River Hospital; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is seeking a Part Time Medical Laboratory Assistant for their Histology department. The role involves specimen handling, data entry, and assisting with laboratory tasks. Candidates with MLA certification and experience in Histology or Cytology are preferred, alongside strong organizational skills and the ability to work under minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Must have certification from CSMLS and/or MLPAO.
• Recent experience in Histology and Cytology preferred.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Receive and accession specimens for Histology and Cytology.
• Label cassettes and slides while maintaining supply stock.
• Assist Histology technologists with slide sorting and preparation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Typing skills

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) Program

Job description

Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond. WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care. At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.

POSITION VACANCY: Laboratory – Histology

UNION: OPSEU Lab

POSITION: Part Time Medical Laboratory Assistant

LOCATION: WRHN @ Midtown (formerly Grand River Hospital, KW Campus)

HOURS OF WORK: MONDAY – SATURDAY DAYS & EVENINGS, 7.5 HOUR SHIFTS (HOURS MAY CHANGE/VARY DUE TO OPERATIONAL NEED)

POSITION SUMMARY: The Laboratory Assistant in Histology is responsible for receiving and accessioning specimens for Histology and Cytology, filing and retrieving of blocks and slides, labeling of cassettes and slides, discarding of specimens, maintaining supply stock in the gross dissection room, and Operating Room areas as well as assisting the Histology technologists with cover slipping and sorting of slides for distribution to the pathologist. Additional duties include maintenance of the tissue processors, automated stainers and automated cover slippers and preparation and staining of Cytology specimens. Rotation with other technical assistant positions in the department may be required to support daily workload demands. Data entry using the Hospital’s CoPath Pathology and HSS Requisitioning Systems is an asset. Exposure to chemicals and hazardous materials frequently occurs in this position. This position will include rotations at the Queen’s Blvd. location.

Position Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent required
• Recent Histology and Cytology experience will be considered an asset and will be given first consideration
• Graduate of a Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) Program or a third year student of a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT)
• Certification from CSMLS and/or MLPAO is preferred
• Medical terminology required
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to perform effectively under minimal supervision
• Must be meticulous in performing repetitive tasks including opening and closing 200 specimen containers/day
• Regular lifting of bulk supplies and heavy specimens (Must be able to lift 25 lbs)
• Computer and typing skills as well as good filing skills (numbers)
  
  

EMPLOYEES OF LEGACY GRAND RIVER HOSPITAL ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING THE EMPATH SYSTEM.

As per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.

Waterloo Regional Health Centre is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

International Applicants: If you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. Individuals holding a work or study permit seeking employment in the healthcare sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process. This may also apply to current employees seeking renewal of their work permits. It is the accountability of the applicant and/or employee to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions.