Medical Lab Assistant

Hamilton Health Sciences • Hamilton, ON

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About The Position

The role of the Transfusion Medicine Medical Laboratory Assistant involves blood product handling and preparation, receiving of samples, within scope quality assurance practices, loading of analyzers and equipment maintenance, inventory of blood products, reinfusion of Stem cell and other assistant duties within scope. Communication with other healthcare professionals related to Transfusion Medicine practices.

Requirements

• OSMT Certified
• Medical Laboratory Assistant Certificate
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency in the use of the Meditech Blood Bank Module
• Current experience with blood product handling and preparation and transfusion practices
• Experience with CBS lookback/traceback process
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Data entry skills preferred

Nice To Haves

• Experience with blood procurement and Stem Cell reinfusions

Responsibilities

• Blood product handling and preparation
• Receiving of samples
• Within scope quality assurance practices
• Loading of analyzers and equipment maintenance
• Inventory of blood products
• Reinfusion of Stem cell and other assistant duties within scope
• Communication with other healthcare professionals related to Transfusion Medicine practices

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree