Medical Lab Assistant - Part Time Job

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 (Evening) position in Sudbury, Ontario. 

Candidates are required to cover 2-3 shifts a week from 5PM – 11PM after completion of training period. Training period would be from 8 – 12 weeks covering Full-Time hours (3PM – 11PM)

Successful candidates are required to cover flexible shifts to support work/life balance. LifeLabs also provides first aid training, continuing education opportunities, and excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement.

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.