Laboratory Assistant

**OPSEU**

LAKERIDGE HEALTH

LABORATORY ASSISTANT

LABORATORY SERVICES

REGULAR PART TIME

DAY/EVENING/NIGHTS; WEEKEND SCHEDULE; 8 HOUR SHIFTS (Subject to Change)

LAKERIDGE HEALTH BOWMANVILLE

SALARY $27.30 - $31.48 per hour

OPSEU 2200003330

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direction of the MLT, MLA Team Lead, Charge Technologist(s) or Manager, responsibilities include: blood samples collection from adults, children and neonates following proper procedures as outlined in the laboratory manual; performing ECG's; ensuring quality control, maintenance and troubleshooting of urinalysis and other laboratory instrumentation; receiving and preparing specimens for analysis; receiving and preparing specimens for referral to alternate Lakeridge Health sites and/or other referral laboratories, including Microbiology and Pathology specimens; booking appointments and receiving/registering patients; ensuring the cleanliness of equipment in the immediate work area; reporting any unusual incidents involving patients which occur in the performance of duties; following established safety and infection control procedures; and other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Medical Laboratory Assistant certificate from a recognized training facility (in good standing);
- MLPAO (OSMT) and/or CSMLS Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician (MLA/T) certification required;
- Recent experience in a full scope MLA role and the procedures involved in this area as required;
- Proven previous Laboratory Assistant, phlebotomy and ECG experience in a hospital or medical laboratory setting;
- Proven good organizational, prioritization and time-management skills;
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills;
- Able to work effectively in a busy environment with frequent interruptions;
- Knowledge of infection control principles and practices;
- Knowledge of WHMIS;
- Current TDG certification preferred;
- Physically able to perform duties of lifting, bending, sitting walking and prolonged standing;
- Strong computer/keyboarding skills;
- Must have a satisfactory performance record;
- Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area;
- Proven good attendance record with capability of maintaining this same standard

**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**:
The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.