As 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 growth opportunities and advancement.

Status: Permanent, Regular Part Time (between 20 and 37.5 hours per week)

Shift: Day Shift; Workday is 8 am to 6:30 p.m., Start Time varies, shifts are 4 - 7.5 hrs., Saturday Rotation.

Number of positions: 2
Start Date: ASAP
Union: This is part of the OPSEU Thunder Bay collective agreement.

These vacancies are for existing positions.

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 rapid-paced setting. 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.

📌 Medical Lab Assistant Opseu Thunder Bay
🏢 Lifelabs
📍 Thunder Bay