Medical Laboratory Assistant - Core Lab

Job Description

Responsible to to perform various functions related to the pre and post analytical phase of testing. These functions can include duties related to specimen collection/receipt/accessioning and processing, blood slide preparation, data entry, blood product reception/accessioning, data entry, inventory, hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, maintaining /changing solutions/reagents on equipment, loading patient or quality control specimens onto analyzers, equipment maintenance, preparing and shipping specimens for transportation, issuing of blood products. Other duties as required by the Laboratory Manager, Technical Department Head.

Qualifications

Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.

• Laboratory Assistant Certification required
• OSMT and/or CSMLS registration required
• 3 - 5 years recent experience in a clinical laboratory setting
• Experience in equipment maintenance and quality control.
• Knowledge of laboratory computer systems
• Participates actively in continuing education and applies knowledge where applicable
• Medical Terminology Certificate
• Familiar with routine automated equipment
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with the public
• Phlebotomy skills are an asset.
• Experience in blood smear preparation and staining are an asset
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position
• Satisfactory employment and attendance record required

Additional Information

Status: Temporary Casual (Approx. 6 months)

Hours: Monday - Sunday; All shifts, weekends and holidays (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs)

Salary: $30.490 to $35.160 per hour

Date Posted: September 1, 2026

Internal Applications Due by: September 8, 2026

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Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.

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