Laboratory Assistant I - Edmonton, Canada - Alberta Precision Labs

Alberta Precision Labs

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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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.

80

Posting End Date: 23-MAY-2024

Employee Class: Regular Part Time

Date Available: 17-JUN-2024

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._