Laboratory Assistant I

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• Classification:
• Laboratory Assistant I
• Union:
• HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program:
• Healthcare Centre Laboratory
• Primary Location:
• St. Paul Health Centre
• Location Details:
• As Per Location
• Multi-Site:
• Not Applicable
• FTE:
• 0.70
• Posting End Date:
• 13-NOV-2026
• Employee Class:
• Regular Part Time
• Date Available:
• 23-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift:
• 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks:
• 2
• Shifts per cycle:
• 7
• Shift Pattern:
• Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off:
• As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary:
• $25.16
• Maximum Salary:
• $31.36
• Vehicle Requirement:
• Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program. Phlebotomy experience is required. Working within a team environment, good interpersonal skills, effective time management and the ability to set priorities are necessary. Excellent communication skills both written and oral are required. Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be adaptable and flexible within an environment of change and interruptions. Must be able to represent Laboratory Medicine in a respectful, professional, and courteous manner. The primary responsibilities of the Laboratory Assistant I include performing all aspects of the pre-analytical path of workflow including phlebotomy for adults, children and infants using both macro and micro techniques, accessioning patient specimens, troubleshooting problem specimens, and reception duties. The successful candidate will provide support to the lab by collecting and processing quality specimens for analysis.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience performing macroscopic and microscopic urinalysis testing is an asset. EPIC LIS experience is preferred.