Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre - Pathology & Laboratory - Lab Autopsy Regular / Temporary Full / Part Time Part time Temporary End Date (Anticipated) Job Posting Reason Medical Laboratory Assistant – Anatomical Pathology By providing exceptional service, the Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) supports the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH) strategic plan and VITALLY YOU philosophy which includes the: As an integral member of the Laboratory team the Medical Laboratory Assistant, the MLA may perform specific tasks under the direction of the Charges/Team Leaders/ Medical Laboratory Technologists in the areas of Specimen Receiving, Chemistry, Hematology, Transfusion Services, Microbiology, Histology and Cytology.

The Medical Laboratory

Assistant responsibilities include: receiving, sorting and processing specimens following established procedures and guidelines; coding requisitions for data entry. preparing specimens referred out to other testing sites, performing report handling and other associated clerical duties. assisting in inventory and supply control. organizing workload among technical team to ensure the efficient operation of the laboratory demonstrating financial accountability for time, resources and supplies performing laboratory procedures as outlined in the procedure manuals for the discipline - specific functions. ensuring the maintenance of quality assurance and equipment within assigned area of the laboratory. maintaining an inventory management system for the efficient utilization and distribution of laboratory equipment and supplies. reading and signing off on new and/or revised procedures, protocols and performance standards in collaboration.



providing feedback to the appropriate leadership for improvements or corrections for policies and procedures liaising with other Laboratory and RVH staff, external laboratories, hospitals and physicians’ offices participating in initial and refresher training for new and current staff participating in staff and patient experience and feedback initiatives, professional development, teaching/ educational activities, safety and quality improvement programs to ensure excellence in the provision of services. observing and understanding RVH and departmental policies and procedures, adhering to RVH and departmental mission and vision statements while maintaining patient confidentiality; Demonstrated knowledge of current technologies within the field. Demonstrated proficiency with keyboarding, Laboratory Information Systems (Meditech preferred), MS Office, internet use and other computer software.

Medical Laboratory

Assistant/Technician Certification from Medical Laboratory Professionals Association of Ontario (MLPAO) required. Minimum one (1) year recent (within 3 years) Anatomical Pathology laboratory experience preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology essential General knowledge of all areas of the laboratory preferred Thorough knowledge of the theory and practices of laboratories procedures,



automated instruments/equipment and special techniques preferred Meditech and LIS knowledge and experience an asset Membership and participation in other relevant professional organizations an asset.

Equity & Inclusion RVH is committed to recruitment and selection practices anchored in principles of equity and inclusion that contribute to an anti-oppressive, respectful, and culturally safe workplace. We invite applications from individuals who belong to groups that have been historically marginalized on the grounds identified by the Ontario Human Right Code, including but not limited to race, disability, age, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, family or marital status, and status as a First Nation, Métis, or Inuk person. We encourage applicants with a disability or circumstance that could be supported with an accommodation to contact People Recruitment [email protected].

RVH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. Equity & Inclusion RVH is committed to recruitment and selection practices anchored in principles of equity and inclusion that contribute to an anti-oppressive, respectful, and culturally safe workplace. We invite applications from individuals who belong to groups that have been historically marginalized on the grounds identified by the Ontario Human Right Code, including but not limited to race, disability, age, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, family or marital status, and status as a First Nation, Métis, or Inuk person.

We encourage applicants with a disability or circumstance that could be supported with an accommodation to contact People Recruitment [email protected]. RVH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. #

📌 Laboratory Technician, Medical (Barrie)
🏢 Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
📍 Barrie