Lab Assistant - London, Canada - Victoria Hospital

Victoria Hospital

Verified Company

London, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Who We Are:

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London.

Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music.

As one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning.

In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children's Hospital, within a large geographic area.

LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time.

Posting Period:

Open:
April 17, 2024

Deadline:
May 10, 2024

This position is covered by a collective agreement.

Department Name:

Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

Applications are invited for the position of Laboratory Assistant in the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine deparment.

Duties include, but are not limited to specimen processing, data entry, media preparation, decontamination, packaging of specimens for transport and a wide range of duties to support diagnostic testing processes.

The Laboratory Assistant applies specific knowledge and skills to perform pre-analytical and post-analytical work.

What we offer:

Regular Part-Time
Rate of Pay: $32.59 per hour $37.26 per hour
Up to 45 hours biweekly
Health and Dental Benefits & Pension Plan (HOOPP)
Career developemnt and training opportunities
Employee Wellness Initiatives

Qualifications:

Certification as a Laboratory Assistant by OSMT or CSMLS
Minimum of six (6) months previous laboratory experience
Experience with front line automation is preferred
Knowledge of Transportation of Dangerous Goods
Certification Preferred
Excellent computer skills (Cerner preferred)
Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory protocols and terminology
Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology
Demonstrated technical problem solving skills
Demonstrated effective organizational, multitasking and time management while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated strong conflict management skills
Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills
Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's Mission, Vision and Values
Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.