Lab Assistant

**Job Posting: Lab 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 Lab Assistant?** Dynacare is looking for a Laboratory Assistant to join their Forensic Toxicology team in Edmonton, AB. This is a permanent full-time role working 37.5 hours a week, rotating shifts, Monday - Friday **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**: The Lab Assistant performs workplace drug testing specimen accessioning. Ensures all necessary documentation is collected and specimens are correctly processed. Adheres to company policies and Ministry of Health guidelines in order to ensure the smooth operation of the company and maintenance of the company’s image of superior customer service. Also responsible for coordinating workflow. **KEY RESPONSIBILITIES** ¨ Receives and confirms security of specimen packages. ¨ Verify all information on chain-of-custody forms. ¨ Record and report questionable integrity of specimen or documentation. ¨ Identify and input accounts, test codes and other applicable information (data entry) ¨ Pours off specimen to testing containers according to procedure for a variety of tests, aliquot specific amount ¨ Pour off specimen for further testing according to procedures ¨ Log and store original specimen containers in secured fridge or freezer ¨ Dispose of specimens properly when required following proper procedures ¨ Solve problems related to forensic processing ¨ Clarify and retrieve missing information 4) Quality Assurance ¨ Ensures that Quality Control checks are performed as required in documented work instructions. ¨ Advise supervisor of violation of any Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) ¨ Recommend improvement to procedures ¨ Prepare for regular inspections by governing regulatory bodies. ¨ Follows all relevant pre and/or post analytical QA protocols as described in the company QA manual. ¨ Trains and develops skill development of new team members as required. ¨ Confirms integrity of packaging and contents for secured accounts. ¨ Prepares for regular accreditation inspections of department, as directed. ¨ Communicates and cooperates with inspectors ¨ May be required to provide testimony in legal procedures and prepare documentation for such ¨ Protects their own health and safety by reporting hazards and working in compliance with established safe working practices ¨ Performs duties in accordance with established company policies and procedures. ¨ Disinfecting of work area and equipment on a daily basis ¨ Preserves and safeguard all confidential information that comes to their knowledge in the course of employment with Dynacare. ¨ Observes and comply with the policies of the company and applicable legal requirements with respect to confidential information and the protection of privacy. **MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE** - Secondary School - Certification or degree required: N/A - Previous related experience: Considered as an asset but not a requirement. **PROBLEM SOLVING/JUDGEMENT** General responsibility - routine decisions with mínimal choice of decision-making ability. Problem solving - uses reference books, department manuals and asks supervisor. **EFFORT** ¨ Deadline pressure ¨ Repetitious work ¨ Multitasking ¨ Moderate to fast paced environment ¨ Flexibility ¨ Repetitive movement ¨ Extensive computer use 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 o