Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager / Quality Leader, Laboratory Services, through the Team Leader, the Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) is responsible for specimen collection which includes obtaining samples by phlebotomy or micro-sample techniques.

The MLA performs and explains procedures for ECG's and special tests i.e. Glucose Tolerance test, Sweat test etc. Availability to work in a rotating schedule to include days, evenings, nights, weekends and statutory holidays is required.

Shifts are comprised of 8 and 12 hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of Laboratory Assistant Training Program is required.
• Certification with Ontario Society of Medical Technologists (OSMT), MLPAO or Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) required.
• Minimum two (2) years technical training / experience in a laboratory setting, hospital laboratory preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate proficiently, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve independently.
• Demonstrated ability to keep accurate records.
• Satisfactory work performance and attendance record required
• The successful candidate will have a proven commitment to professional development as well as to the Mission and Vision of the Hospital.

Demonstrates proficiency in written and verbal communications skills in relation to working with patients across the care continuum.

Our Employees Enjoy

• a professional practice environment
• a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork
• wellness initiatives
• continuing education grants
• employee recognition and assistance programs
• a competitive salary and benefits package
• equal opportunities for growth and development

Employment Equity

OSMH is committed to diversity and equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.

Accomodation in the Workplace

Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants.

Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position.

Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

OSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement.

All team members must adhere to OSMH’s Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands.

As a condition of employment, new employees are required to complete an employment health assessment and must be cleared by the Occupational Health and Safety Team prior to orientation.

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital's Occupational Health and Safety department.