Medical Laboratory Assistant - Pathology & Laboratory Medicine

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

Job summary

Un organisme de santé providentiel recherche un Assistant de laboratoire médical pour des positions à temps partiel et plein. Le candidat idéal exécutera diverses fonctions dans le laboratoire, des tâches administratives à la gestion des échantillons, en respectant scrupuleusement les procédures de sécurité.

Qualifications

• Doit avoir enregistré les examens CSMLS.
• Compétences en informatique et expérience avec Meditech préférées.
• Capacité à travailler de manière autonome.

Responsibilities

• Effectuer la gestion des échantillons et des tâches administratives.
• Assurer une identification correcte des patients et gérer des tests.
• Travailler des quarts rotatifs et respecter les politiques de sécurité.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Computer skills

Education

Recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant Program

Job description

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Pathology & Laboratory Medicine

Req ID: 158715
Company: Nova Scotia Health
Location: Central Zone
Department: Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
Type of Employment: Various position(s) throughout the zone
Status: NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 6-Jul-23

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

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 to the job. Duties vary based on the operational requirements of the laboratory site/division/area/community in which the MLA is employed. The MLA may be required to work rotating shifts, weekends, and/or holidays, work off-site including long term care (LTC) facilities, communities or private homes dependent on the need. The MLA may also be required to interact with various stakeholders and clients. Incumbents must adhere to all applicable NSH/PLM policies and procedures. Strict adherence to safety and infection prevention and control procedures is required. MLAs must be able to work independently, use good judgment, maintain a professional appearance (adhering to dress code policy) and demonstrate excellent customer service.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant Program or equivalent (as determined by employer)
• Candidates must have successfully completed the Medical Laboratory Assistant examinations of the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) and have current registration with CSMLS (Where there are no applicants who meet the above qualification, consideration may be given to applicants who agree and commit to completing an accredited MLA program and achieving certification with CSMLS within one year of hire date)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basic understanding of medical terminology
• Strong attention to detail
• Manual dexterity to handle sharp instruments and small objects
• Must be able 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 is preferred
• Access to reliable transportation as travel may be required
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

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

Hours

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One (1) Permanent Part Time Position - 50% - QEII Blood Collection

One (1) Long Assignments Part Time Position - 40% - QEII Blood Collection

One (1) Permanent Full Time Position - 100% - Bayers Road Blood Collection

One (1) Permanent Full Time Position - 100% - Central Specimen Accessioning

One (1) Permanent Full Time Position - 100% - Microbiology

Three (3) Long Assignments Full Time Position - 100% - Microbiology

Two (2) Permanent Full Time Positions - 100% - Blood Transfusion

One (1) Permanent Part-Time Position - 40% - St. Margaret's Bay Blood Collection

Four (4) Permanent Full Time Positions - 100% - Dartmouth General Hospital

One (1) Permanent Part Time Position - 70% - Dartmouth General Hospital

One (1) Permanent Part Time Position - 60% - Dartmouth General Hospital

Four (4) Permanent Part Time Positions - 50% - Dartmouth General Hospital

One (1) Permanent Part Time Position - 80% - Hants Community Hospital

One (1) Permanent Part Time Position - 70% - Hants Community Hospital

Compensation and Incentives

$23.07 - $26.14 hourly

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.

Preferred candidates must be able to demonstrate proof of primary series of COVID -19 vaccine at time of hire.

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.

The Nova Scotia Health Authority is a provincial health authority serving Nova Scotia, Canada.

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