Medical Laboratory Assistant Specimen Processing

3 days ago

Edmonton AB, Edmonton Census Division, AB; Alberta, Canada Alberta Health Services (AHS) Full-time

Support public health testing through specimen processing and quality control as a Medical Laboratory Assistant I at U of A Hospital. This regular full-time position serves Provincial Laboratory for Public Health, Virology Processing.

As a Medical Laboratory Assistant I, you will provide safe, efficient service to clinical laboratory clients. You will receive, handle, process, dispatch, and test specimens while following standard operating procedures and accreditation requirements. The work includes customer service, quality systems, and laboratory equipment responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Receive and organize specimens for laboratory testing
  • Perform routine and specialized pre-analytical specimen processing
  • Distribute specimens for testing and investigation
  • Prepare specimens for storage and external send out
  • Support quality control, proficiency testing, and quality improvement

Requirements:

  • Complete an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent
  • Demonstrate specimen handling knowledge and manual dexterity
  • Use accurate, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare workers
  • Provide a satisfactory criminal record or Vulnerable Sector check

Apply your specimen handling, quality control, and customer service capabilities within Alberta's public health laboratory system.