Medical Laboratory Assistant - Halifax, Canada - Nova Scotia Health Authority

Nova Scotia Health Authority

Verified Company

Halifax, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Req ID:150057**
Company: Nova Scotia Health

Location:
Central
Zone

Department:
PLM Pathology & Laboratory Medicine**
Type of Employment: Various position(s) throughout the zone

Status:

NSGEU
Healthcare Position**
Posting Closing Date:6-Mar-23**Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada.

We're on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province.

Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.

Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.

About the Opportunity:

Under the direction of Management (or designate), the Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) works in collaboration with and supports all members of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (PLM) by performing various functions relating to the pre and post-analytical phases of testing.

These functions can include specimen procurement/receipt/processing, data entry, media/reagent/smear preparation, sterilization, clerical duties, and loading specimens on an analyzer.

Additional responsibilities may include:
supply management, troubleshooting, and customer service activities.

Positive patient identification and accurate specimen handling are essential to the job. Duties vary based on the operational requirements of the laboratory site/division/area/community in which the MLA is employed.

The MLA may be required to work rotating shifts, weekends, and/or holidays, work off-site including long term care (LTC) facilities, communities or private homes dependent on the need.

The MLA may also be required to interact with various stakeholders and clients. Incumbents must adhere to all applicable NSH/PLM policies and procedures. Strict adherence to safety and infection prevention and control procedures is required.

MLAs must be able to work independently, use good judgment, maintain a professional appearance (adhering to dress code policy) and demonstrate excellent customer service.

About You:

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

Recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant Program or equivalent (as determined by employer)
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Basic understanding of medical terminology.
Strong attention to detail
Manual dexterity to handle sharp instruments and small objects.
Must be able to perform procedures with a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to accurately number/label specimens and file slides/requisitions
Ability to adapt to updates/changes in operating procedures.
Basic computer skills, Meditech experience is preferred.
Access to reliable transportation as travel may be required.
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours:

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Two (2) Permanent Part Time Positions - 80% - Dartmouth General Hospital

Four (4) Permanent Part Time Positions - 50% - Dartmouth General Hospital

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One (1) Permanent Part Time Positions - 90% - Cobequid Community Health Centre

One (1) Permanent Part Time Positions - 80% - Hants Community Hospital

One (1) Permanent Part Time Positions - 70% - Hants Community Hospital

Two (2) Permanent Full Time Positions - 100% - Bayers Road Blood Collection

One (1) Permanent Part Time Positions - 80% - Bayers Road Blood Collection

One (1) Permanent Part Time Positions - 50% - Bayers Road Blood Collection

One (1) Permanent Part Time Position - 80% - St Margarets Bay Blood Collection

Three (3) Permanent Full Time Positions - 100% - QEII Blood Collection

Four (4) Permanent Part Time Positions - 80% - QEII Blood Collection

One (1) Permanent Part Time Positions - 60% - QEII Blood Collection

Six (6) Permanent Full Time Positions - 100% - Central Specimen Accessioning

One (1) Permanent Part Time Positions - 50% - Central Specimen Accessioning

Compensation and Incentives:

$ $25.76 Hourly

Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargainin