Medical Lab Assistant Part Time Job

Looking for an interesting job where you can make a difference? Look no further. LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services is a proud Canadian company with over 50 years’ experience. We provide laboratory testing services that help healthcare providers diagnose, treat, monitor, and prevent disease in patients. LifeLabs is currently looking for a Lab Assistant to join our team in Ottawa, ON.

 As a Medical Lab Assistant, you will play a key role in the testing and diagnostic process for a wide range of patients. This is a part-time role with morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend shift options to support work/life balance. LifeLabs also provides first aid training, continuing education opportunities, and excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement. The successful candidate will be based at 1919 Riverside Dr but may occasionally be scheduled to support at other sites. Shifts will mostly be weekday afternoons and evenings, with some Saturday

 In this role you will:

• Unpack and sort a wide variety of incoming specimens received from sources including physicians, clinics, hospitals, and mobile LifeLabs technicians.
• Confirm the accuracy of all patient information on requisitions and specimen samples, resolve any problems or inaccuracies prior to testing, and perform required data entry.
• Prepare and sort specimens for technical analysis.
• Train and orient new team members.
• Perform weekly and monthly maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Conduct all work in full compliance with all laboratory safety and security policies and regulations.

The right person for this role is an organized and detail-oriented individual with good problem solving and customer service skills. Some key qualities include flexibility, accountability, and attention to detail. Other requirements include:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on a variety of tasks throughout the day.
• Data entry and computer skills.
• Prior experience in laboratory operations or medical terminology an asset.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain the strictest standards of patient privacy and confidentiality.

We are looking for passionate individuals who share in the importance of our values: Caring, Customer Driven, Agile and One Team, and can live these values with us every day.