At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in testing and diagnostics, ensuring accuracy and compliance in a fast-paced lab environment.
- Company: Join LifeLabs, Canada's leading provider of lab diagnostic services with a caring culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible part-time shifts available, including evenings and weekends, with a supportive team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on Canadians' health while gaining valuable experience in the medical field.
- Qualifications: Completion of a Medical Lab Assistant program is an asset; detail-oriented and able to multitask.
The predicted salary is between 21.6 - 26.4 $ per hour.
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 to diagnose, treat, monitor and prevent disease. We are passionate about empowering healthier Canadians through accessible, accurate, and innovative diagnostic services.
As a Medical Lab Assistant, you will play a key role in the testing and diagnostic process for a wide range of patients. LifeLabs also provides first aid training, continuing education opportunities, and excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement.
Status: Part Time
Shift: Various based on operational needs
Additional requirements: The position requires flexibility to work a variety of afternoon and evening shifts, with schedules ranging from 1:00 PM to 12:30 AM. Shift start times may be at 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 4:30 PM, 5:00 PM, 6:00 PM, or 7:00 PM, with corresponding end times based on operational needs. The role also includes participation in a weekend rotation, with shifts scheduled on Saturdays from 2:30 PM to 7:00 PM and Sundays from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Candidates must be available to work a combination of these shifts, including evenings and weekends, as required.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Unpack and sort a wide variety of incoming specimens received from sources including physicians, clinics, hospitals, and mobile LifeLabs technicians.
- Confirm the accuracy of all patient information on requisitions and specimen samples, resolve any problems or inaccuracies prior to testing, and perform required data entry.
- Prepare, sort & separate specimens for technical analysis.
- Respond to client inquiries & work in cooperation with the logistics department.
- Train and orient new team members.
- Perform weekly and monthly maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Conduct all work in full compliance with all laboratory safety and security policies and regulations.
What you will bring to the role:
- Successful completion or graduation from a recognized Medical Lab Assistant (MLA) program is an asset.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Candidate must be detail oriented with the ability to focus, prioritize and multi-task.
- Data entry and computer skills.
- Committed to remaining current with company practices, training, policies & procedures.
- Prior experience in laboratory operations or medical terminology an asset.
- Ability to communicate with other internal & external departments.
- Ability to maintain the strictest standards of patient privacy and confidentiality.
LifeLabs' compensation programs are commensurate based on the role, skill, effort, responsibility and working conditions, irrespective of gender, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age or any other personal characteristics. Pay programs are communicated regularly in an accessible and transparent manner.
In addition to a competitive compensation package, LifeLabs provides a comprehensive total rewards program, specific to the job position. Your package may include:
- Employee Group Benefits: Competitive coverage for employees and their families to support their overall health and wellness needs, including Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance.
- Retirement Savings Plan.
- Vacation and Wellness Days.
- Employee Wellness and Giving Programs: Our award winning mental, physical and financial wellness programs aim to address the comprehensive well-being of our team members, including resources like the Employee & Family Assistance Program, financial planning tools, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs, including WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc., and optional health-related benefits.
In accordance with LifeLabs' Accessibility Policy, and the applicable Accessibility Acts within the provinces we operate in, accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or email careers@lifelabs.com.
Vaccinations are highly encouraged at LifeLabs. Vaccinations and/or immunization screening may be mandatory for selected employees if regulated by provincial or regional governments, or through employer-led vaccination policies in the facilities we service. Please ensure you ask if this position requires the successful candidate to be vaccinated or undergo immunization screening.
Lab Assistant employer: LifeLabs
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