Laboratory Assistant I - Edmonton, Canada - Alberta Precision Labs
Description
Your Opportunity:
As a Laboratory Assistant I, you are part of a microbiology laboratory team responsible for performing routine and specialized specimen processing while adhering to laboratory standard operating procedures and laboratory accreditation requirements.
The Microbiology department operates 24/7 in order to provide quality service to acute care hospitals, long-term care facilities, community physicians and regional clients from Central Alberta through remote and rural communities in Northern Alberta, Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
Microbiology partners with our clients to play a key role in training, antimicrobial stewardship and infection prevention and control.The Medical Laboratory Assistant I is primarily responsible for processing all microbiology specimens accurately and efficiently including unpacking, sorting, data entry, accessioning, processing and preparing specimens for testing, transportation and storage as required.
The Laboratory Assistant I also operates various technology/equipment which may include:Bactec, autoclave, Anoxomats, centrifuges, automatic gram staining instruments, BD/Kiestra TLA and BD Max molecular equipment, VMS and Vitek instruments.
Description:
As a Medical Laboratory Assistant I, you will provide high quality service to clients of the clinical laboratory in an effective, efficient and safe manner.
You will be responsible for a variety of laboratory functions including procurement, handling, processing, dispatching and testing of specimens, performing procedures and reporting results.
- Classification: Laboratory Assistant I
- Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program: Microbiology, Edmonton Base Lab
- Primary Location: Base Laboratory
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.
Posting End Date: 23-MAY-2024
- Employee Class: Regular Part Time
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 8
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $23.72
- Maximum Salary: $29.56
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Successful completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.
Must have experience as a Medical Laboratory Assistant I or student practical training as a Medical Laboratory Assistant I within the last 2 years including experience within evaluation of specimen suitability for testing, specimen acceptance, and LIS data entry processes.
A combination of related education and experience may be considered. Manual dexterity for manipulation of specimens. Demonstrated good computer skills. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.Preferred Qualifications:
Excellent customer service skills with both internal and external clients. Well organized and efficient. Good problem-solving skills with attention to detail. A strong team player with ability to perform duties within a group or independently, Excellent time management skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Leadership or training skills would be an asset. Experience with Epic Beaker would be an asset.
Please note:
- All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated._
Security Screening:
- A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions _that may occur during their employment with APL._
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