Non-Registered Technician 3 - Core Lab - Charl

SJH St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Health System is seeking a part-time Medical Laboratory Assistant to support the HRLMP across Charlton, King, and West 5th campuses in Hamilton. The role involves specimen collection, phlebotomy, and LIS-based processing under supervision of an MLT.

The ideal candidate holds an OSMT MLAC, strong LIS skills, and excellent communication for teamwork in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education or recognized equivalent.
• OSMT Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant Certificate.
• Data entry and LIS skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens including phlebotomy.
• Perform specific patient procedures e.g. ECG Holter Monitor.
• Maintain receiving/handling/labeling/dispatch of specimens in LIS.
• Register and accession specimens using LIS.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment per HRLMP procedures.

Skills

LIS data entry

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

OSMT Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant Certificate

Job description

Position Details: Job Number: JR01791 Department: Lab Stat Core Charlton. This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown), King Campus (Stoney Creek East Hamilton), West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain). Job Type: Regular, Part time. Contract Duration: (If applicable) 0 months. Number of Positions: 1. Union: OPSEU Local 206. Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $32.59 - $37.26. Schedule Work Days: Monday to Sunday. Time of Day: Afternoons, Days, Nights. Shift: Hours - 7.5. Shift Start: (If applicable).

Position Summary

Practical and performs under the supervision of a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) a variety of laboratory tests and procedures with accuracy and efficiency in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Hamilton Regional Laboratory Medicine Program (HRLMP).

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education or recognized equivalent
• OSMT Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant Certificate
• Data entry and order skills with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Collection of appropriate specimens including phlebotomy
• Performs specific patient procedures e.g. ECG Holter Monitor
• Maintains competence in the receiving handling processing identification recording labeling and dispatch of specimens for laboratory testing
• Registering and accessioning using LIS
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment according to HRLMP procedures. Reports failure and maintains documentation of laboratory equipment according to HRLMP procedures. Immediately requests direction from a MLT
• Actively participates in Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement activities to meet HRLMP objectives
• Recognizes unusual situations and reports immediately to a MLT
• Works in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Assists in maintaining inventory control
• Maintains competency as a MLA through participation in training and continuing education
• Must maintain confidentiality of patient information at all times
• Other tasks as directed by the MLT

This position will work between Charlton King and West 5th campuses St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([e-mail]).

At St. Joe’s Hamilton, we believe in nurturing new talent, providing an inclusive and supportive work environment with meaningful growth opportunities, and exciting benefits and rewards. Whether you’re passionate about providing compassionate care or eager to gain new skills, there’s a place here for you to grow, learn, and succeed! Dignity. Respect. Service. Justice. Responsibility. Enquiry.