Medical laboratory assistant jobs in Canada (536 jobs)

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Counted Nov 7, 2026

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Open jobs: 536
Employers: 94

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $24.54Across 19 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: <1%1 listing
On-site: >99%535 listings

Employers hiring include Dynacare (103), Provincial Health Services Authority (54), HealthCareersInSask.ca (45).

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These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Medical laboratory assistant jobs in Canada

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Medical Laboratory Assistant - North
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Gillam, MB
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Medical Laboratory Assistant - Rural
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Steinbach, MB
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Medical Laboratory Assistant - North
Shared Health-Soins Communs
Gillam, MB
- Full-time
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Medical Laboratory Assistant - Rural
Shared Health-Soins Communs
Steinbach, MB
- Full-time
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Laboratory Assistant
ALS
North Vancouver, BC · CAN - BC - North Vancouver
- Full-time
ALS is expanding its laboratory operations team and is seeking Entry-Level Laboratory Assistants to support seasonal demand, changing workflows, and day-to-day laboratory activities.
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Part-Time Professor, Medical Laboratory Assistant-Technician - Histology 1
St. Lawrence College
Kingston, ON
- Part-time
St. Lawrence College is currently seeking qualified Professors on a part-time basis with experience and expertise as a Medical Laboratory Assistant-Technician.
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Part-Time Professor, Medical Laboratory Assistant-Technician - Laboratory Skills 2
St. Lawrence College
Kingston, ON
- Part-time
St. Lawrence College is currently seeking qualified Professors on a part-time basis with experience and expertise as a Medical Laboratory Assistant-Technician.
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Lab Assistant
Dynacare
Canada
- Full-time
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Phlebotomist - Outpatient
Olathe Health
Pavilion 1, BC
- Full-time
The University of Kansas Health System Phlebotomist is a position within the clinical laboratory that is responsible for interpreting orders for lab work from providers within The…
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Medical Laboratory Assistant
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
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Laboratory Assistant - LHSC
Dynacare
Ajax, ON · Courtice, ON · Oshawa, ON · Pickering, ON · Whitby, ON
- Full-time
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Laboratory Assistant, Accessioning
Sanya’k̓ula
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
The Laboratory Assistant performs veni punctures and general laboratory and clerical procedures related to the drawing, collecting and preparation of blood and other body fluid specimens…
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MEDICAL LABORATORY ASSISTANT
Northern Health - BC
Fort St. John, BC
- Full-time
Northern Health is looking for an experienced, highly efficient, and self-directed Medical Laboratory Assistant to support the Laboratory department.
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Laboratory Assistant, Accessioning
Provincial Health Services Authority
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
The Laboratory Assistant performs veni punctures and general laboratory and clerical procedures related to the drawing, collecting and preparation of blood and other body fluid specimens…
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Medical Laboratory Assistant
Shared Health-Soins Communs
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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Medical Laboratory Assistant
Shared Health-Soins Communs
Portage la Prairie, MB
- Full-time
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Medical Laboratory Assistant
Shared Health-Soins Communs
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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Medical Laboratory Assistant
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Winnipeg, MB
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Medical Laboratory Assistant
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Portage la Prairie, MB
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Medical Laboratory Assistant
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Winnipeg, MB
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Medical Laboratory Technician
Intrepid Health
Kitchener, ON
- $18 to $19 CAD / hour
- Full-time
We are currently seeking a dynamic and energetic Medical Laboratory Technician to join our team at our Kitchener location
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Medical Laboratory Assistant
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Tisdale, SK
- Full-time
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Medical Laboratory Assistant-Repost
Shared Health-Soins Communs
Winkler, MB
- Full-time
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Medical Laboratory Assistant
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Kindersley, SK
- Full-time
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Laboratory Assistant - Part Time Regular - Vernon, BC
LifeLabs
Vernon, BC
- Part-time
For over 50 years, LifeLabs has been Canada’s leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems, enabling patients and healthcare practitioners…

ALS

Laboratory Assistant, Rack Management

North Vancouver, BC, Canada
CAN - BC - North Vancouver, Canada

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Job details

Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 4, 2026

Original job description

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

Join ALS and play an essential role in supporting the analysis of geological samples. As a Rack Management Laboratory Assistant, you will help keep laboratory operations organized, efficient, and on schedule. You will work with a supportive team while developing practical laboratory, documentation, and workflow-management skills in a fast-paced environment.

About the Role

In this position, you will be responsible for managing sample solutions and performing laboratory support activities that help our teams deliver accurate, timely results to our clients. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who is organized, dependable, quality-focused, and comfortable working independently.

What You’ll Do

Manage Inventory: Organize and maintain the department’s sample-solution storage area, ensuring samples are handled, stored and disposed of safely and on time

Support Lab Operations: Wash and leach sample racks and prepare instrument solutions, sample dilutions, and instrument batches as directed

Keep Operations Flowing: Update priority and rush lists, assist with production records, and adapt to changing production needs to meet turnaround times

Maintain Quality & Safety: Follow all standard operating procedures, quality requirements, and safety protocols while using safe work practices

Collaborate: Troubleshoot issues as needed and perform other related duties as assigned by the Lab Manager

What You’ll Bring

Experience: High School diploma or equivale post-secondary chemistry coursework or at least one year of laboratory experience in analytical chemistry (or related field is preferred)

Skills: Strong analytical and mechanical aptitude, with practical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Organization: Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities efficiently

Communication & Tech: Effective written & verbal English communication skills, plus proficiency in Microsoft Occie (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Work Style: A dependable, quality focused approach with the ability to work independently and contribute effectively to a team

Physical Demands

Ability to lift up to 20 lbs
Ability to sit and/or stand for up to 7.5 hours per day
Manual dexterity to perform repetitive laboratory tasks
Willingness to work in a 24/7 operation, including day, afternoon, and overnight shifts, as well as weekends

Why Work at ALS?

At ALS, you’ll be part of a global team that supports important work across the environmental, resources, and industrial sectors. We provide opportunities to build your laboratory experience, learn new skills, and grow your career in a quality-driven environment.

Benefits may include:

Estimated pay of $21.48 CAD per hour at the time of posting,
Shift Premium Afternoon: +$2.00/hour

Night: +$4.00/hour

Comprehensive benefits based on employee status, including extended medical, dental, and vision coverage
Company perks, life and disability insurance, and employee assistance and wellness programs
Retirement plan with company matching
Additional vacation days based on years of service
Support for education and training after nine months of employment
Learning and development opportunities, including unlimited access to e-learning

Please note: Individual compensation is based on factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education, and training. Benefits vary based on employee status.

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.

At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women, First Nations, Metis and Inuit persons, members of minority groups, and persons living with disabilities.  

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

Eligibility
To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

How to apply
Please apply on-line and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

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Responsibilities

The Laboratory Assistant manages sample inventory, prepares instrument solutions, and maintains laboratory equipment to ensure efficient operations. They are responsible for following safety protocols and documentation standards while supporting the analysis of geological samples.

Requirements

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with preference given to those with post-secondary chemistry coursework or one year of laboratory experience. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to perform physical tasks like lifting up to 20 lbs are required.

Skills

Laboratory operations
Sample management
Analytical chemistry
Inventory management
Problem-solving
Troubleshooting
Attention to detail
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Mechanical aptitude
Documentation
Workflow management
Safety protocols
Quality control

Benefits

Extended medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Wellness programs
Retirement plan with company matching
Paid vacation
Education and training support
E-learning access

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Laboratory Assistant
Rack Management
Geological samples
Analytical chemistry
Sample solutions
Inventory management
Quality control
Safety protocols
Microsoft Office
Data-driven insights
Scientific testing
Production records
Mechanical aptitude
Troubleshooting
Laboratory operations

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