Background: Applications are now being accepted for a Full-Time Medical Laboratory Assistant. The successful applicant will be required to work Monday-Sunday, days, afternoons, and midnight shifts, including holidays. The commitment to this position is 75 hours per bi-weekly pay period. Education: • Graduate of A Medical Laboratory Technician Program from an accredited College – required • MLPAO membership – required • Certified by CSMLS, MLPAO, or equivalent required Experience: The Medical Laboratory Assistant will demonstrate aptitude in all General Laboratory areas including: • Reagent, sample and smear preparation, staining of smears, preparation of kits; • Operation of automated instruments after proper functioning has been established by a technologist, routine • Equipment maintenance, including temperature monitoring; • Set up of laboratory tests, as applicable; • Results transcription, record filing and retrieval; • Phlebotomy, specimen collection and processing. • Training in blood collecting techniques, familiar with medical terminology; Skills/Ability: • Evidence of good interpersonal skills in dealing with the public in a health care setting; • Ensures the confidentiality of all patient information; • Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment; • General good health and a level of functional ability appropriate to the demands of the position. • Must be able to draw blood from patients of all ages (Newborns – Adults) • Able to prioritize and perform reliably; • Able to work with little supervision; • Able to participate as a member of the health care team; • Computer skills; • Phlebotomy skills. • French language skills an asset Other: • General good health, good attendance record and a level of fitness appropriate for the demands of the position is a requirement. Erie Shores HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations available on request in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process as required under ESHC’s Accommodation Policy |