Medical Laboratory Assistant - Core Lab

Responsible to to perform various functions related to the pre and post analytical phase of testing. These functions can include duties related to specimen collection/receipt/accessioning and processing, blood slide preparation, data entry, blood product reception/accessioning, data entry, inventory, hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, maintaining /changing solutions/reagents on equipment, loading patient or quality control specimens onto analyzers, equipment maintenance, preparing and shipping specimens for transportation, issuing of blood products. Other duties as required by the Laboratory Manager, Technical Department Head.
Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.
Medical Laboratory Professionals’ Association of Ontario (MLPAO) and/or Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS/SCSLM) certification.
2 - 5 years recent experience in a clinical laboratory setting
Experience in equipment maintenance and quality control are an asset
Knowledge of laboratory computer systems
Participates actively in continuing education and applies knowledge where applicable
Relevant technical course certification are an asset
Medical Terminology Certificate
Familiar with routine automated equipment
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Experience working with the public
Experience in blood smear preparation and staining are an asset
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position
Satisfactory employment and attendance record required

Employment type
Contract

Work arrangement
No