Laboratory Assistant

2 weeks ago

Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada Canadian Blood Services Full time

Job category:
Laboratory and phlebotomy

Job posting ID: 5887

Employment status:
Regular part-time

Position's anticipated start date:

Possible schedule/FTE:0.5

Classification:
SEIU 299

Salary/Rate of pay:21.077

Application deadline:

Application requirements:

  • Your uptodate resume.
  • We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.
Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives.

Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.


If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada's Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.


  • We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play._

About the role
Canadian Blood Services is looking for a
Regular Part-Time Laboratory Assistant to join our dynamic team.


The
Laboratory team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by processing the whole blood collections to the final product and the distribution of these products to the customers of Canadian Blood Services.

In this role, you will be working on the frontlines, assisting in the production of blood components that provide life-saving treatments for Canadians.


Formula for success

  • Drawing on your knowledge and experience in laboratory functions, you will be processing blood components such as platelet concentrates, fresh frozen plasma, cryoprecipitate, recovered plasma, concentrated red cells and cryosupernatant plasma from whole blood and apheresis donations
  • Utilizing your knowledge and understanding of blood component production, you will be issuing blood products to Public Health and outside agencies for Quality Control, as well as issue blood and related products to our customers such as Provincial Hospitals and other blood centres, etc
  • Using your excellent organizational skills, you will be maintaining stock of supplies in component laboratory including fractionation products, red blood cells, and platelets
  • Using your attention to detail you will be involved in the maintenance of appropriate documentation and records related to inventory in compliance with Canadian Blood Services operational procedures and work instructions.

Desired education and skills

  • Grade 12 plus one year of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
  • Ability to communicate effectively with other staff, volunteers, donors and the general public
  • Ability to deal effectively other departments
  • Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the job
  • Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory operations
  • Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment
  • Ability to organize work

What we offer you

  • Vacation.
  • Benefits.
  • Payment in lieu of holidays.
  • Premiums paid according to the collective agreement.
  • Eligible for defined benefit pension plan.
  • Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

What you can expect

  • Training will be Monday-Friday day shift for the first 4 weeks or depending on the week) and then shift work after that (evenings/weekends).
  • Hours of work are ; ; ; ; ; The department runs 7 days a week so weekends and evenings are part of the posted schedule and the lab assistants work on call after the evening shifts.
  • Physical requirements for the role include the ability to lift weights up to 10 kg (22 lbs).
Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada.

We are committed to reflecting Canada's population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.

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