Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory Services (178932)
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Req ID: 178932
Company: Nova
Scotia Health
Location: Northern Zone,
Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre
Department: PLM Laboratory CRHCC
Type of
Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment
(100% FTE) x 1
position(s)
Status: CUPE Healthcare
Position
Posting Closing Date: 30-Apr-24
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.
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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.
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant Program or equivalent (as determined by employer)
- Candidates must have successfully completed the Medical Laboratory Assistant examinations of the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) and have current registration with CSMLS (Where there are no applicants who meet the above qualification, consideration may be given to applicants who agree and commit to completing an accredited MLA program and achieving certification with CSMLS within one year of hire date)
- 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
- 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.
- Temporary, Full-Time Position; 75 Hours Bi-weekly
- To begin as soon as possible and end July 2025
- Dates are approximate and subject to change
$23.19 - $26.27 Hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
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 bargaining
unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to
view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online
profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or
employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their
seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to
accepting the position.
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