Medical Laboratory Assistant

Job summary

The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for the collection, handling, and processing of specimens. They work within the laboratory department to ensure accurate pre-analytical procedures.

Job details

Position #: 9014422 Expected Start Date: October 12, 2026 Union: CUPE Facility: Victoria Hospital City/Town: Prince Albert Department: Laboratory Pre Post Analysis Type: Full-time regular FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days, Weekends Number of Hours per Rotation: 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Standard Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 11 $23.370 to $25.040 (3 step range) Travel Required: Yes Job Description: Responsible for specimen collection and pre-analytical specimen handling/processing Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Medical Laboratory Assistant certificate Competencies * Communication skills * Basic - Computer skills * Interpersonal skills * Data entry skills * Organizational skills Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to work independently Other Information * Valid driver's license, where required The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

What you’ll do

The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for the collection, handling, and processing of specimens. They work within the laboratory department to ensure accurate pre-analytical procedures.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Medical Laboratory Assistant certificate and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills. A valid driver's license and a criminal record check with a vulnerable sector search are also required.

Listed skills

• Data Entry Skills · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Specimen collection
• Specimen handling
• Specimen processing
• Communication skills
• Computer skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Data entry skills
• Organizational skills
• Organizational Skills
• Specimen Handling
• Specimen Processing
• Valid Driver's License
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Reconciliation
• Medical Laboratory
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Data Entry
• Interpersonal Communications
• Collections

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Administrative
• Medical Laboratory Assistant
• Medical Laboratory Technician
• Medical and Pathology Laboratory Technicians
• Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
• Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians