The Medical Laboratory Assistant plays an integral role in the laboratory by providing support services to ensure quality patient care. This includes the following:
Specimen handling -receiving, sorting, centrifuging, aliquoting, labelling and distributing specimens to work stations,
Updating patient information, filing and retrieving records, verifying and registering patient demographics, answering phone calls
Performing routine technical procedures
Providing customer service assistance to address issues with patients, referring offices and internal departments
Facilitating procurement of miscellaneous specimens
Arranges for the transport of the specimens to the laboratory
Maintains required inventory and forms, maintains work areas
Practices in a safe manner, maintains a safe working environment and complies with IP&C policies
Collects and documents workload statistics and files safety reports as required
Collects and organizes documents as required
Follows departmental procedures
Participates in CQI initiatives and assists in training of staff
Participates in On-call duties* Performs other duties as required
Qualifications/Skills:
Successful completion of Community College program for Medical Laboratory Assistant
(MLPAO (previously known as OSMT) certification required
CSMLS MLA certification an asset
TDG certification
Knowledge of privacy regulations related to confidential information
Proficient computer skills required including MS OFFICE-EXCEL, Word
Knowledge of registration of microbiology samples preferred
Lab automation experience preferred
Knowledge of specimen and diagnostic terminology with accurate spelling
Experience handling all specimen types demonstrating good laboratory practice
Previous experience with Sunquest Laboratory Information System and electronic Positive Patient Identification (ePPID) such as Sunquest Collection Manager preferred
Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to understand and apply information to new situations.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to multi-task, prioritize effectively in a fast paced environment and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member and adjust to varying work assignments as needed, or work independently, as required
Demonstrated satisfactory work performance, punctuality and attendance records
* All applicants will be subject to a practical assessment.
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Job Detail
Job Id
JD2785630
Industry
Not mentioned
Total Positions
1
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary:
Not mentioned
Employment Status
Permanent
Job Location
Toronto, ON, CA, Canada
Education
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