Under the direction of Management (or designate), the Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) works in collaboration with and supports all members of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (PLM) by performing various functions relating to the pre and post-analytical phases of testing.

These functions can include: specimen procurement/receipt/processing, data entry, media/reagent/smear preparation, sterilization, clerical duties, and loading specimens on an analyzer.

Additional responsibilities may include: supply management, troubleshooting, and customer service activities. Duties vary based on the operational requirements of the laboratory site/division/area/community in which the MLA is employed. The MLA may be required to work rotating shifts, weekends, and/or holidays, work off-site including long term care (LTC) facilities, communities or private homes dependent on the need.

Incumbents must adhere to all applicable NSH/PLM policies and procedures. Strict adherence to safety and infection prevention and control procedures is required. MLAs must be able to work independently, use valuable judgment, maintain a professional appearance (adhering to dress code policy) and demonstrate excellent customer service.

Recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant

Program or equivalent (as determined by NSRMLS) Candidates must have successfully completed the Medical Laboratory Assistant examinations of the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS)/Canadian Alliance of Medical Laboratory Professional Regulators (CAMPLR) and have current registration with CSMLS. Licensure with Nova Scotia Regulator of Medical Laboratory Sciences (NSRMLS)



Basic understanding of medical terminology. Basic computer skills, Meditech experience is preferred Access to reliable transportation as travel may be required Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred Permanent full-time position; 25.64 - $30.61 Hourly ~ Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

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Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

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Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify. #

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