Medical Laboratory Assistant - Westman Lab
About The Position
Under the general supervision of the Charge Technologist or designate, the Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) is responsible for assisting the laboratory in its role of sample triaging, accessioning, and processing of specimens. The MLA may also perform some basic routine procedures according to established protocols. Performs phlebotomies according to departmental policy. The MLA will maintain a safe environment in accordance with professional and provincial guidelines and ensure compliance with quality assurance programs and maintain standards put forth by Accreditation. Functions are conducted in accordance with the Mission and Values of Shared Health, current policies and procedures and applicable legislation.
Requirements
- Completed Grade 12 or equivalent, Manitoba Standards, is required.
- Windows computer environment required.
- Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills required in English.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team member.
- Work under pressure.
- Maintains confidentiality with all information entrusted to the position.
- Ability to perform duties as described.
- This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a Medical Laboratory Assistant program is preferred.
- Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) Medical Laboratory Assistant Certification preferred.
- Microsoft Office programs preferred.
- Medical terminology preferred.
- Sterile techniques and routine practices preferred.
- 50 – 55 wpm keyboarding skills an asset.
- Apply basic math concepts such as fractions, percentages, and ratios.
- Follow oral and written instructions precisely with attention to detail.
- Fluent language skills (written and oral) in both French and English may be required.
Responsibilities
- assisting the laboratory in its role of sample triaging, accessioning, and processing of specimens
- perform some basic routine procedures according to established protocols
- performs phlebotomies according to departmental policy
- maintain a safe environment in accordance with professional and provincial guidelines
- ensure compliance with quality assurance programs and maintain standards put forth by Accreditation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
