Laboratory Assistant/Clerk

Job category : Laboratory and phlebotomy

Job posting ID : 6143

Employment status : Temporary full-time

Position's anticipated start date : 2024-07-29

Position's anticipated end date : 2025-07-27 or return of Incumbent

Possible schedule / FTE : 1.0

Classification : HEU 180

Salary / Rate of pay : $27.82 (SD15)

Application deadline : 2024-07-11

Application requirements :

• Your up-to-date resume.
• Job specific cover letter.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page .

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work.

We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

About the role :

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a temporary Full-Time Laboratory Assistant / Clerk to join our dynamic Testing team.

The Testing team is an integral part of the supply chain. They perform extensive testing on donated blood for the infectious diseases and blood groups.

These testing services help ensure a safe and secure blood supply that protects donors and recipients. Every unit is tested so we can ensure a safe supply chain to every patient.

The supply chain is responsible for ten laboratory testing sites, which are under one management structure. This includes donor testing, diagnostic services, product quality control (QC) testing, three reference laboratories and HLA labs for stem cells and platelets.

Formula for success :

• Drawing upon your communication skills, you will answer telephone calls and faxes, screen and forward calls to appropriate area / person, take messages, and handle general inquiries.
• Using your attention to detail, you will receive requests for test result reports, retrieve and verify information and fax reports to physician / hospital;

you will also enter, maintain and generate data records.

Utilizing your organizational skills, you will set up and maintain a filing system for reports, worksheets and correspondence;

you will also search for and retrieve files, as required, and prepare records for off-site storage, as required.

Applying your laboratory experience, you will receive and prepare samples for testing per approved procedures, as well as perform equipment maintenance and start-up.

Desired education and skills :

• Grade 12, and two year’s recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Ability to keyboard at 55 w.p.m.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively
• Ability to organize workload and set priorities.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

What we offer you :

• Defined benefits pension plan
• Payment in lieu for vacation and holidays
• Employee discounts, wellness program, and much more

What you can expect :

Works : Monday to Friday as follows : 0700-1500, 0800-1600, 0900-1700. Rest Days Saturday / Sunday.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career.

Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted.

Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.