Lab Assistant, Core Lab - Specimen Management Lab Assistant, Core Lab - Specimen Management 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants
This is a temporary part-time position up to approximately six (6) months

The Lab Assistant is responsible for performing pre-analytical functions such as specimen collection, handling, accessioning and processing; preparing reagents, chemicals, slides for use in testing and analysis. The Technician III performs tests that do not require independent judgement, i.e., automated urine dipsticks. The incumbent assists in maintaining equipment, temperature logs, inventory control, ordering/storing supplies, and other clerical functions. These duties will be undertaken in accordance with the technician's level of training and the policies of Mount Sinai Hospital.

In This Role You Will

Accession specimens into the Lab Information System. Label specimens, containers, requisitions, tissue cassettes
Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection according to established SOP
Perform those tests or procedures not requiring independent judgement, i.e. automated urine dipsticks, weighing and aliquoting of 24 hour urines, DNA/RNA extractions
Centrifuge, aliquot and distribute specimens to testing areas
Operate and maintain selected equipment after training
Load/unload blood, urine, tissues, slides, etc. onto/from automated equipment, tissue/slide processors, stainers, coverslippers, robotic handlers, etc. following instructions and abiding by established policies and procedures
Clean and maintain equipment in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures; complete maintenance logs requiring documentation
Prepare 24 hour urine containers, formalin containers, organic solvents containers, cytolyte tubes, etc.




Package referred out specimens/unpackage referred in specimens
Stores/disposes specimens according to established SOP’s
Safely dispose of chemical and biomedical wastes, sharps containers, etc.
Adhere to all safety practices when handling specimens and chemicals.
Assist in inventory control, ordering supplies, rotate supplies with short expiry to minimize wastage
Pick up/deliver specimens as required
Perform tasks with a focus on accuracy and quality
Document and report unusual incidents, pre-analytical errors, safety hazards, to appropriate person(s) and assist in identifying root cause(s) and implement corrective action(s).
Any clerical functions within the laboratory as required
Participate in on-call off shifts as required
Other duties as assigned by Manager

Job Requirements

Mandatory

Graduate from a recognized community college for Medical Lab Technician/Assistant or equivalent
Certification as Medical Laboratory Assistant (OSMT) or equivalent

Preferred

2 years recent / relevant experience within the last 5 years is preferred

Skills and Knowledge

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Lab Information System (LIS)
Demonstrate ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively in a team environment
Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, multi task, and meet expectations
Good interpersonal skills and work habits




Demonstrate satisfactory work performance and attendance record
In accordance with accreditation standards, employment is conditional upon demonstrating proof of visual colour discrimination ability pertinent to the essential duties of the job

If this sounds like you and you feel ready to build your career within pathology and laboratory medicine, apply now and let us know why you’d be a great addition to our team.
Seniority level Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Employment type Temporary
Job function Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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📌 Lab Assistant, Core Lab - Specimen Management (Ontario)
🏢 Mount Sinai Hospital (Toronto), Sinai Health
📍 Ontario