Job Summary

The successful applicant will work in a general duty Laboratory performing all duties pertaining to specimen collection and handling. This includes preparing specimens for analysis and the receipt and dispatch of specimens. Depending on work site, may be required to assist the Pathologist with autopsies and other Morgue related duties. Duties will also require work with computers. The candidate will be responsible for the packaging and transport of specimens to the laboratory as well as the processing of specimens from other locations. The candidate will be required to rotate with other staff of the Laboratory with shift duties or rotate on weekends and statutory holidays as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens for analysis and handle specimens in a safe and efficient manner.
• Assist the Pathologist with autopsies and other Morgue related duties as required.
• Work with computers to process and analyze data.
• Package and transport specimens to the laboratory and process specimens from other locations.
• Rotate with other staff of the Laboratory with shift duties or rotate on weekends and statutory holidays as required.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school with a diploma recognized by the Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Education and Early Childhood Development.
• Completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Assistants program approved by Central Health.
• Current and continued registration with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Sciences (CSMLS).
• Certificates in Transportation of Dangerous Goods.
• Demonstrated communication skills in the day-to-day interaction with patients, co-workers, and technologists.
• Consistent demonstration of Central Health's corporate values; Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (I CARE).
• A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required for this position.
• A satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local police authority.

Working Conditions

• Shift work may be required.
• May be required to work in a fast-paced environment.
• May be required to work with hazardous materials.