Medical Laboratory Assistant - Pathology

William Osler Health System; Brampton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization located in Brampton seeks a full-time Pathology Laboratory Assistant. The role requires checking and registering specimens, preparing them for consultations, and ensuring proper waste disposal. Candidates should have a secondary school diploma and certification as a medical laboratory assistant/technician. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential. The salary ranges from $31.13 to $37.05 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have current certification and registration with OSMT and/or CSMLS.
• Minimum two years of experience in a hospital pathology laboratory setting preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Check timestamps on requisitions and ensure proper labeling of specimens.
• Register patient information and accession specimen labels.
• Prepare specimens for referral or consultation.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Ontario secondary school diploma

Certified medical laboratory assistant/technician program

Tools

Meditech Paradigm

Microsoft Office

Job description

Accountabilities :

• Check timestamps on all requisitions; ensure specimens are labeled according to protocol and match requisitions.
• Register patient information in computer as needed; accession specimen labels and number specimens.
• Separate fresh tissue and stat specimens following protocols; alert pathologist assistant.
• Make slides and cassettes, ensuring numbers are correct and traceable to the original.
• Clean wax molds and embedding stations after use; sweep up excess wax flakes.
• Maintain embedding stations, routine stainers, tissue processors, cover slippers, solvent recycler, fridges, freezers, ovens, and other equipment as assigned.
• Discard blocks, slides, requisitions, and wet specimens according to retention directives and waste management protocols.
• Cover slip slides and arrange cases in folders.
• Prepare specimens for referral or consultation.
• Organize blocks and slides for cytology.
• Deliver containers to operating room and frozen section room as required.
• Appropriately dispose of hazardous wastes.
• Actively participate in the laboratory quality management system and process improvements.
• Perform other histology duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Ontario secondary school diploma.
• Graduate of a certified medical laboratory assistant/technician program.
• Must have current certification and registration with OSMT and/or CSMLS.
• Minimum two years of experience working in a hospital pathology laboratory setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
• Knowledge of Meditech Paradigm and Microsoft Office programs is an asset.
• Comfort dealing with surgical, autopsy specimens, and the deceased.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Proven ability to be a team player.
• Strong multi-tasking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain high productivity, competence, and professionalism.
• Must demonstrate Osler's values of Respect, Excellence, Service, Compassion, Innovation, and Collaboration.
• Excellent attendance, punctuality, and work record.
• May be required to travel between and work at all Osler sites.

Additional Information :

• Two (2) positions to fill.
• Hours : Currently days, evenings, and nights, including weekends and statutory holidays (subject to change).
• Salary : Minimum $31.13/hr, maximum $37.05/hr.
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• Osler values inclusivity and diversity. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to accessible employment practices in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please notify Human Resources if you require accommodation during the recruitment process.
• Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Information obtained will be used solely for employment recruitment purposes.

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