Lab Assistant

Dynacare • Edmonton, AB

35d • $20 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Dynacare is looking for a Laboratory Assistant to join their Forensic Toxicology team in Edmonton, Alberta. The Lab Assistant performs workplace drug testing specimen accessioning. Ensures all necessary documentation is collected and specimens are correctly processed. Adheres to company policies and Ministry of Health guidelines in order to ensure the smooth operation of the company and maintenance of the company’s image of superior customer service. Also responsible for coordinating workflow.

Requirements

• Secondary School
• Previous related experience: Considered as an asset but not a requirement
• General responsibility – routine decisions with minimal choice of decision-making ability.
• Problem solving – uses reference books, department manuals and asks supervisor.
• Deadline pressure
• Repetitious work
• Multitasking
• Moderate to fast paced environment
• Flexibility
• Repetitive movement
• Extensive computer use

Responsibilities

• Receives and confirms security of specimen packages
• Verify all information on chain-of-custody forms
• Record and report questionable integrity of specimen or documentation
• Apply barcodes to applicable documentation and specimen containers
• Identify and input accounts, test codes and other applicable information (data entry)
• Pours off specimen to testing containers according to procedure for a variety of tests, aliquot specific amount
• Pour off specimen for further testing according to procedures
• Log and store original specimen containers in secured fridge or freezer
• Dispose of specimens properly when required following proper procedures
• Solve problems related to forensic processing
• Clarify and retrieve missing information
• Ensures that Quality Control checks are performed as required in documented work instructions.
• Advise supervisor of violation of any Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
• Recommend improvement to procedures
• Prepare for regular inspections by governing regulatory bodies.
• Follow all relevant pre-and/or post analytical QA protocols as described in the company QA manual.
• Trains and develops skills development of new team members as required.
• Confirms integrity of packaging and contents for secured accounts.
• Prepares for regular accreditation inspections of department, as directed.
• Communicates and cooperates with inspectors
• May be required to provide testimony in legal procedures and prepare documentation for such
• Protects their own health and safety by reporting hazards and working in compliance with established safe working practices
• Performs duties in accordance with established company policies and procedures.
• Disinfecting of work area and equipment on a daily basis
• Preserves and safeguard all confidential information that comes to their knowledge in the course of employment with Dynacare.
• Observes and complies with the policies of the company and applicable legal requirements with respect to confidential information and the protection of privacy.

Benefits

• Access a health and wellness benefits program that supports you and your loved ones
• Grow and thrive with a dynamic, successful company through internal mobility opportunities
• Invest in your future through RRSP match benefits and an employee stock purchase program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED