Medical Laboratory Assistant - MRHH Laboratory Services

Mackenzie Health; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Laboratory Assistants who are passionate about delivering quality, patient-centered care. This role involves performing essential tasks such as venipuncture, specimen preparation, and electrocardiograms, all while ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have a Laboratory Assistant Certificate and a strong background in hospital environments. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and empathy in healthcare, where your contributions will directly impact patient experiences and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Certificate from a recognized institution is mandatory.
• 3 years of current MLA Hospital work experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood procurement and document specimens for external agencies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to missing specimens.

Skills

Venipuncture

Electrocardiograms

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Computer Skills

Education

Laboratory Assistant Certificate

CMLTO, CSMLS or MLPAO Registration

Job description

Job Description

Laboratory Assistants who share our commitment to quality, patient-centred care. Ultimately, this is where you want to be.

Performs venipuncture for pre-operative, electives, in-hospital and emergency clients. Prepares and documents specimens for referral to external agencies. Performs electrocardiograms along with operating the Core Lab Automated pre analytical component.

Contribute to safe, quality care by:

• Performs blood procurement for pre-operative, electives, in-hospital and emergency clients following lab Policies and Procedures for identification and collection of specimens.
• Ensures specimens received from other departments are accessioned and processed quickly.
• Prepares and completes documentation of specimens for referral to external agencies.
• Troubleshoots, problem solves and investigates incidents relating to missing specimens or other specimen concerns.
• Performs electrocardiograms.
• Performs patient registration and order entry of laboratory tests.
• Places Core Lab samples on the Automated Line, troubleshoots as required

What must you have?

• Laboratory Assistant Certificate from a recognized educational institution or equivalent.
• CMLTO, CSMLS or MLPAO Registration required

What else do you bring?

• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
• Minimum 3 years current MLA Hospital work experience.
• Computer skills in a windows environment.
• Proven attendance record.
• Demonstrates understanding and complies with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the job.
• Effectively uses empathy in interactions with others.
• Demonstrates behaviours consistent with Mackenzie Health’s Commitment to Caring.
• Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Mackenzie Health – Excellence, Leadership and Empathy.
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and exciting health care environment.

Preferably, your profile also includes:

• Previous experience within the Medical Laboratory Assistant classification.

*This position is being represented by OPSEU Paramedical.

*You may be required to work at any site of Mackenzie Health.

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Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration for an interview will be contacted.

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