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medical laboratory assistant

Posted on December 20, 2024 by Employer details Olive Fertility Centre

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*Medical Laboratory Assistant* *Department:* Laboratory *Reports To:* Clinical Pathologist/Lab Supervisor *Overview:* _Supporting the Vision, Values, Purpose, and Commitment of the Endocrine Lab:_ Reporting to Dr. Rennie Chong-kit, the Medical Laboratory Assistant assumes responsibility for all samples collected, received, and analysed in accordance with established laboratory standard operating procedures. Equally important, as a member of a small, independent diagnostic centre, the MLA works collaboratively with all members of the team performing a wide variety of tasks. *Key Areas of Involvement Include*: · Performs phlebotomy · Trains new phlebotomists · Maintains all phlebotomy manuals · Maintains test specimen requirement manuals · Processes all laboratory tests requisitions and specimens. · Manages, maintains, and controls equipment in relation to phlebotomy and daily laboratory duties. · Ensures proper technique is applied in compliance with laboratory procedures involving patient care. · Monitors and maintains the integrity of patient specimen collection processes. · Assists with supply and equipment inventory and ordering. · Reports any significant problems to the Lab Supervisor. *Qualifications:* *Education, Training & Experience* · Successful completion of a Medical Laboratory Assistant certificate. · Minimum of one year?s recent related experience in the relevant laboratory discipline(s). · Previous experience with phlebotomy. *Skills & Abilities* · Excellent communication skills. · Up to date knowledge of relevant laboratory testing, techniques, methods, and procedures. · Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team. · Ability to work independently, prioritize issues and workload, and complete assigned work. · Ability to operate related equipment, including computerized information systems. · Acute awareness of confidentiality and the need to keep all patients and personnel-based discussions to areas away from patients. · Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $26.00 per hour Expected hours: 37.5 per week Benefits: * Company events * Dental care * Disability insurance * Employee assistance program * Extended health care * Life insurance * On-site parking * Paid time off * RRSP match * Vision care * Wellness program Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday * Overtime * Weekends as needed Ability to commute/relocate: * Vancouver, BC V5Z 3X7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Education: * AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required) Experience: * MLA: 1 year (required) Work Location: In person