Job Purpose

The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for assisting with pre and post analytical tasks and routine technical and laboratory support procedures.

Job Purpose

The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for assisting with pre and post analytical tasks and routine technical and laboratory support procedures.

Qualifications
Graduate of a Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent. Must have successfully challenged the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science Medical Laboratory Assistant exam. An example of an equivalent is a qualified Medical Laboratory Technologist.
Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
Ability to perform the duties of the position.
Good work record.

Key Responsibilities

The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for:
Collecting, receiving and preparing specimens
Registering patients, entering orders and providing information to patients
Performing routine maintenance, decontamination, sterilizing and cleaning
Maintaining inventories
Providing general reception and messaging/mail services
Performing general office duties





COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY THE CANADIAN SOCIETY FOR MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE 2007
Fundamental Competencies
Secure Work Practices
Communication and Interaction
Data Entry and Specimen Procurement/Receipt
Specimen Processing
Pre-analytic Procedures
Reagent/Media Preparation
Quality Assurance
Professionalism

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK
Attention to Detail
Communication
Information Gathering
Interpersonal Relations
Patient/Client Focus
Planning and Prioritizing Work

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive workplace for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An setting based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

📌 Upper River Valley Medical Laboratory Assistant/phlebotomist 3041 Pcn 9150219 Perth Parish
🏢 Horizon Health Network
📍 Perth Parish