Laboratory Assistant I
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- Laboratory
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- LAB00023705 Requisition #
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- Mar 26, 2026 Post Date
Your Opportunity:
This position is responsible for providing and performing the highest quality service possible to the clients of the clinical laboratory. This is done in an effective, efficient, and safe manner. Specifically, this position collects specimens, performs procedures including: ECG’s and performs urinalysis as well as reporting results within the scope of activity of a Medical Laboratory Assistant. This position will be responsible for entering patient information into the Laboratory Information system and may also assist with inventory of laboratory supplies. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, AHS currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.
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: Valleyview Health Centre
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 24-APR-2026
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
- Date Available: 04-MAY-2026
- Temporary End Date: 23-MAR-2027
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Salary: $25.16
- Maximum Salary: $31.36
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.
Additional Required Qualifications:Must be familiar with working with computer applications including Office, e-mail, Internet, and willing to learn additional software applications such as Laboratory Information Systems as required. Demonstrated good organizational skills. Must be able to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with patients/clients, families, staff, interdisciplinary team members, and personnel from other departments in a fast pace changing environment. Demonstrated ability to work independently when necessary. Demonstrated ability to maintain patient confidentiality at all times. Must be prepared to maintain competency of technical skills.
Preferred Qualifications:Recognized Laboratory Assistant Certificate preferred. Familiarity with medical terminology is an asset. Experience working with the public would be an asset. Recent training or experience related to clinical laboratory service 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.
