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Job summary

The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for the collection of specimens and the pre-analytical handling and processing of those specimens. They must perform these duties within a multi-functional laboratory environment at Melfort Hospital.

Job details

Position #: 170746 Expected Start Date: October 05, 2026 Union: SGEU Facility: Melfort Hospital City/Town: Melfort Department: Multi-functional Laboratories Core Lab Type: Part-time regular FTE: 0.61 Shift Information: Days Number of Hours per Rotation: 48 shifts of 5.75 hours per 12 weeks Relief: No Float: No Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 11 $23.370 to $25.040 (3 step range) Travel Required: No Job Description: Responsible for specimen collection and pre-analytical specimen handling/processing. Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Medical Laboratory Assistant certificate Competencies * Communication skills * Interpersonal skills * Basic - Computer skills * Intermediate - Data entry skills Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to work independently Other Information * Valid driver's license, where required * Official Description at: //www.working-for-health.ca/supportjobevaluation * Scheduled hours of work may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized 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 of specimens and the pre-analytical handling and processing of those specimens. They must perform these duties within a multi-functional laboratory environment at Melfort Hospital.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Medical Laboratory Assistant certificate and demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in basic computer and data entry tasks is required, along with the ability to work independently.

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
• Interpersonal skills
• Computer skills
• Data entry skills
• Independent work
• Communication
• Interpersonal Communications
• Collections
• Computer Literacy
• Data Entry
• Valid Driver's License
• Reconciliation
• Medical Laboratory
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Specimen Handling
• Specimen Processing

Job areas

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