Medical Laboratory Assistant: Phlebotomy & Lab Support

Shared Health-Soins Communs; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Shared Health seeks a Medical Laboratory Assistant in Winnipeg to support triage, accessioning and processing of specimens under supervision. The MLA may perform basic routine procedures and phlebotomies according to established protocols.

The role emphasizes maintaining a safe environment, quality assurance and adherence to Accreditation standards, with responsibilities described by Shared Health. Fluency in English is required, and French/English bilingualism may be needed.

Qualifications

• Experience with lab support roles is preferred.
• Grade 12 completion or equivalent is required.
• Completion of a Medical Laboratory Assistant program is preferred.
• CSMLS certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sample triaging, accessioning and processing of specimens.
• Perform phlebotomies according to departmental policy.
• Maintain a safe environment and ensure QA and accreditation standards are met.
• Follow established policies and procedures with attention to detail.

Skills

Windows environment

MS Office

Medical terminology

Sterile techniques

Typing 50-55 wpm

Basic math concepts

English communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Bilingual French/English

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Medical Laboratory Assistant program (preferred)

CSMLS Certification (preferred)

Job description

Shared Health seeks a Medical Laboratory Assistant in Winnipeg to support triage, accessioning and processing of specimens under supervision. The MLA may perform basic routine procedures and phlebotomies according to established protocols.

The role emphasizes maintaining a safe environment, quality assurance and adherence to Accreditation standards, with responsibilities described by Shared Health. Fluency in English is required, and French/English bilingualism may be needed.