Clinical Laboratory Assistant

4 days ago

Brampton Ontario CS, Peel region, Canada Dynacare Full time
Description Position at Dynacare

Job Posting: Clinical Laboratory Assistant Where YOU work, makes a difference. Life is precious and every moment matters. Dynacare is helping Canadians achieve a healthy future with care and wellness solutions that are convenient, understandable, and accessible. When you join our team, every day is an opportunity to get better and be inspired. It’s an environment where you can grow your career in any direction you choose. We’re evolving our technology and optimizing our processes, so you can do your best work, make a meaningful impact, and thrive. Are YOU our next Clinical Laboratory Assistant? We’re looking for a Clinical Laboratory Assistant to join our Cytology team in Brampton, Ontario. You will be responsible for the preparation of samples and/or reagents for routine processing. Perform simple non-interpretive tests under the technical oversight of a Senior Clinical Laboratory Assistant or Medical Laboratory Technologist as required. Ensure quality control checks and standards are run as required. Independently perform simple non-interpretive tests escalating to a qualified Medical Laboratory Technologist for support and guidance as required. Ensure quality control checks and standards are run as required. Participate in all quality assurance programs and ensure company and Ministry of Health (MOH) guidelines are observed. Perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment as appropriate and deal with problems that arise. Your contributions will make a difference and will greatly impact the downstream solutions and treatment critical to saving someone’s life. This is a permanent, full-time position. Shift details - Monday to Friday 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.Training will happen during the day shift for approximately 3 months. Internal job posting closes at 5:00pm(EST) on December 23 , 2024 . Why Dynacare is an amazing place for YOU:
  • Join an award-winning "Top Employer" with meaningful and impactful career opportunities
  • Access a health and wellness benefits program that supports you and your loved ones
  • Grow and thrive with a dynamic, successful company through internal mobility opportunities
  • Invest in your future through RRSP match benefits and an employee stock purchase program
  • Experience a collaborative, diverse workforce that prioritizes dignity and respect for all
How YOU will make a difference:
  • Ensure that all samples are properly labeled and identified before testing
  • Follow established protocol for the handling of unsuitable samples
  • Operate complex instruments following department procedures
  • Perform simple non-interpretive testing procedures
  • Ensure that all abnormal, critical and STATS are processed as outlined in the department guidelines
  • Responsible for the follow-up on missing samples, documentation and results as and when required
  • Ensure all inquiries and problems are handled in a courteous and professional manner
  • Ensure adequate amount of supplies are on hand and that validated reagents and testing kits to be used are in date order
  • Data enter the results into the company’s database as required
  • Ensure that quality control checks are performed as required in documented work procedures
  • Refer results for Medical Laboratory Technologist to review
  • Responsible for monitoring quality control guidelines and making appropriate corrections
  • Responsible to follow all relevant pre and/or post analytical quality protocols as described in the company quality assurance manual
  • Perform routine equipment maintenance following documented procedures
  • Document all maintenance performed, including minor troubleshooting following manufacturer’s instructions
  • Observe and report all malfunctions in equipment and maintain all required logbooks for routine equipment
  • Responsible for disinfecting the work area and equipment on a daily basis
  • Store and discard specimens according to appropriate department procedure manuals
What YOU bring to the role:
  • Medical Laboratory Assistant Certification required or graduate of an approved laboratory assistant course or Diploma/Degree in Health or Science required
  • Excellent data entry skills required - keyboarding skills minimum 40 WPM
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team centered environment
Nice to have:
  • Knowledge of AS400 Data Entry system/LIS
  • Knowledge of MERLIN
  • Experience in Cytology
  • MLPAO designation
Working Conditions:
  • Required continuous standing/walking with use of fine motor skills
  • Required to perform some carrying and lifting a maximum of 30 pounds
  • Exposed to biohazardous substances, chemicals and noise variances
  • Shift work required
Passionate about supporting healthy lives with commitment and care? Please apply today and let us open the door to your extended career journey. Dynacare has been a “Top Employer” for many years and there is a reason why. We are a great place to work. At Dynacare, we’re proud to hire the best people. If you are looking for a meaningful career where you can support healthy lives with commitment and care - we would like to meet you. We hope you will join us in our journey to become Canada’s health and wellness solutions leader. Dynacare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to the attraction, selection, advancement, and fair treatment of all individuals. We believe that our diversity is our strength, so we employ a diverse workforce and respect the needs of all our employees. In accordance with provincial legislation and our Accommodation Policy a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the Dynacare hiring process.

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