Support microbiology testing at Nova Scotia Health as a Senior Medical Laboratory Assistant using technical expertise and quality assurance. This permanent full-time position is based in Halifax.
The Senior Medical Laboratory Assistant provides team leadership within PLM Microbiology, Bacteriology, supporting pre- and post-analytical laboratory phases. The position requires three years of experience, independent judgment, troubleshooting, and excellent customer service. You will mentor Medical Laboratory Assistants, promote patient safety, and support quality improvement.
Key Responsibilities: Perform pre- and post-analytical laboratory functions
Provide technical expertise, quality assurance, and mentorship
Support work processes, training, and resource redirection




Assist scheduling and replacement of shifts
Perform audits and collect operational data
Requirements: Recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent
Active NSRMLS licensure and skilled liability insurance
Three years of Medical Laboratory Assistant experience
Microbiology sample processing and media preparation experience
Cerner Millennium and related computer skills
Bring microbiology experience, quality assurance knowledge, and laboratory leadership to Nova Scotia Health’s Halifax Infirmary team.

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📌 Senior Medical Laboratory Assistant Microbiology (Nova Scotia)
🏢 Nova Scotia Health Authority
📍 Nova Scotia