Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Nova Scotia is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant for part-time employment. This role involves various laboratory functions, ensuring accurate specimen handling, and providing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates must have recognized medical laboratory training and current licensure. The position offers hourly compensation between $24.97 and $29.72, and potential benefits including health and dental coverage.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant Program or equivalent.
• Current registration with CSMLS.
• Licensure with Nova Scotia College of Medical Laboratory Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Perform various pre- and post-analytical testing functions.
• Ensure positive patient identification and accurate specimen handling.
• Work independently and demonstrate excellent customer service.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Basic computer skills

Competencies in other languages

Education

Medical Laboratory Assistant Program or equivalent

Licensure with NSCMLT

Tools

Meditech experience

Job description

Req ID: 213595
Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital
Department: PLM Specimen Collection REG
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly PT (60%) x 1

About the Opportunity

Under the direction of Management (or designate), the Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) works in collaboration with and supports all members of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (PLM) by performing various functions relating to the pre‑ and post‑analytical phases of testing. These functions can include specimen procurement/receipt/processing, data entry, media/reagent/smear preparation, sterilization, clerical duties, and loading specimens on an analyzer. Additional responsibilities may include supply management, troubleshooting, and customer service activities.

Positive patient identification and accurate specimen handling are essential. Duties vary based on the operational requirements of the laboratory site, division, area or community in which the MLA is employed. The MLA may be required to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and/or travel to long‑term care facilities, community or private homes. The MLA may also be required to interact with various stakeholders and clients. Incumbents must adhere to all applicable NSH/PLM policies, procedures and safety and infection‑prevention protocols. MLAs must work independently, use good judgment, maintain a professional appearance, and demonstrate excellent customer service.

About You

• Recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant Program or equivalent (as determined by NSCMLT)
• Successfully completed the Medical Laboratory Assistant examinations of the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS)/Canadian Alliance of Medical Laboratory Professional Regulators (CAMPLR) and current registration with CSMLS
• Licensure with Nova Scotia College of Medical Laboratory Technologist (NSCMLT)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basic understanding of medical terminology
• Strong attention to detail
• Manual dexterity to handle sharp instruments and small objects
• Ability to perform procedures with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to accurately number/label specimens and file slides/requisitions
• Ability to adapt to updates/changes in operating procedures
• Basic computer skills; Meditech experience preferred
• Reliable transportation required for travel
• Competencies in other languages an asset; French preferred

Ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent, Part‑Time / 60% / 45 hours Bi‑Weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$24.97 - $29.72 per hour

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long‑term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self‑identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self‑identify.