Laboratory Assistant - Edmonton, Canada - Canadian Blood Services

Canadian Blood Services

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job category:
Laboratory and phlebotomy

Job posting ID: 5283

Employment status:
Temporary part-time

Position's anticipated start date:

Position's anticipated end date:

Possible schedule/FTE:0.6

Number of positions available:1

Classification:

HSAA

Salary/Rate of pay:
$22.82

Application deadline:

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.
Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives.

Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada's Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play._

About the role
Canadian Blood Services is looking for a
Temporary Part Time Laboratory Assistant to join our dynamic
Distribution Team.

Our
Distribution Team is integral to Canadian Blood Services role as Canada's Lifeline.

In this role, you will perform a variety of duties related to the production of components from donations received from blood donors and in the distribution of these and other related products to the customers of the Canadian Blood Services.

Formula to Success:

Processing blood components such as platelet concentrates and plasma, apheresis donations
Maintaining stock of supplies in component laboratory including fractionation products, red blood cells, and platelets
Issuing blood and related products to our customers such as Provincial Hospitals and other blood centres, etc
Maintaining temperature records of laboratory equipment
Responding to product storage temperature alarms

Desired Education and Skills:

Grade 12 plus one year of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Ability to communicate effectively with other staff, volunteers, donors and the general public
Ability to deal effectively with other departments
Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the job
Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory operations
Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment
Ability to organize work

What we offer you:

Benefits after one year
Payments of lieu of vacation and holidays
Option to join pension plan after 3 months
Employee discounts, wellness program, and much more

What you can expect:

Schedule will be weekdays and every second weekend with on call
Weekend shift is 7:30am3:30pm
Weekday shifts are 6am2pm or 7am3pm

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada.

We are committed to reflecting Canada's population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.
If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career.

Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.