Laboratory Assistant I
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- Laboratory
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- LAB00022508 Requisition #
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- 16 hours ago Post Date
Your Opportunity:
Claresholm has the amenities of a larger urban centre, with the warmth and sincerity of a down-to-earth community. This is a community where people of all ages think like champions, and really pull together to make things happen. The Municipality recognizes this and strives to offer services that complement the many lifestyles that find a home in Claresholm. We are actively seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant with experience and knowledge of policies and procedures to join our dynamic team in providing the highest level of service to our clients. As a member of the interdisciplinary team this position is responsible for working all shifts as assigned by the site Senior Technologist. Specifically this position collects specimens, performs sample handling and manipulation and reports results within the scope of practice of a Medical Laboratory Assistant. Reporting directly to the on-site Senior Technologists and the Regional Supervisor, the MLA will be responsible for providing exemplary patient care by applying the regional policies and procedures. The scope of practice is a continuum ranging from basic to highly complex procedures and activities within the laboratory department. In accordance with Health Information Act (HIA), Freedom of Information and Privacy (FOIP) and other privacy legislation in effect the incumbent shall comply at all times with APL / AHS’s Information Privacy and Information Security policies.
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: Laboratory
- Primary Location: Claresholm
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.50
- Posting End Date: 27-NOV-2025
- Employee Class: Regular Part Time
- Date Available: 08-DEC-2025
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 5
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $23.72
- Maximum Salary: $29.56
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.
Additional Required Qualifications:Experience within the last year or recent training within 3 years in clinical laboratory required. Experience within the last year or recent training within 3 years in urinalysis, including microscopic required. Proven ability to work within a computer-based environment using Microsoft office suit including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint. Knowledge of medical Laboratory Safety Practices.
Preferred Qualifications:Connect Care Epic training including Medical Laboratory Assistant with Result Entry. 2 years of experience as an MLA within a rural facility is preferred.
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.
