Job Summary

Provide technical support for diagnostic laboratory testing and specimen management. Perform routine specimen collection, processing, and documentation while adhering to laboratory safety and quality standards.

Number of Positions

1

Main Duties

- Collect patient specimens using venipuncture, capillary puncture, urine collection, and other approved methods while verifying patient identity and labels.
- Process, prepare and aliquot specimens for testing, centrifuge samples, and prepare slides or media as required.
- Operate, calibrate and perform routine maintenance on laboratory instruments and equipment according to standard operating procedures.
- Perform quality control checks, document results, and report any discrepancies to supervisory staff.
- Enter and maintain accurate specimen and test information in laboratory information systems and paper records.
- Adhere to infection prevention and control practices, handle biohazardous materials safely, and maintain a clean work environment.

Requirements

- Completion of a recognized medical laboratory assistant program, clinical laboratory technician program, or equivalent post-secondary education.




- Demonstrated experience in specimen collection and processing in a clinical laboratory or healthcare setting.
- Competence in phlebotomy and safe handling of biological specimens.
- Working knowledge of laboratory procedures, quality control practices, and infection prevention protocols.
- Proficiency with basic computer applications and laboratory information systems for data entry and record keeping.
- Ability to follow protocols, maintain attention to detail under time constraints, and perform physical tasks such as standing for periods and handling specimens.

Required Skills

- Specimen collection and phlebotomy
- Sample processing and preparation techniques
- Operation and basic maintenance of laboratory equipment
- Quality control, documentation, and record-keeping
- Infection prevention and biohazard safety practices
- Laboratory information systems and data entry

Benefits

- competitive wages
- supportive work setting
- opportunities for growth
- training support
- other employer-specific benefits depending on the position and location

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📌 NOC 33101 - Medical laboratory assistants and related technical occupations (Weyburn)
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