Laboratory Assistant I - Mobile

• Classification: Laboratory Assistant I
• Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
• Department: Mobile Collection Serv
• Primary Location: Mobile (Glenbrook)
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 02-DEC-2020
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 12-DEC-2020
• Temporary End Date: 13-JUN-2021
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $22.73
• Maximum Salary: $28.34
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided

Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program.

Medical Laboratory Assistant certificate or Medical Laboratory Technologist diploma from an educational institute within Canada satisfactory to APL or MLA certification through CSMLS. Competency in phlebotomy. May be required to pass a phlebotomy skills challenge. Knowledge of ECG theory. Data entry proficiency. A valid class 5 driver's license with no restrictions (a Graduated Driver’s License (GDL) will not be accepted). Required to work on an on call basis during day shifts on weekends and statutory holidays, on a rotational basis. Physical ability (lifting and carrying 10 to 20 pounds, walking, driving). Any Canadian equivalency to English 30 or 33 or CLBA score of Benchmark 8 completed within the last 6 months.

Experience as a Mobile MLA with collection experience in Long-Term Care within the past 2 years. 6 months experience in performing ECGs within the past 5 years. At least 3 years of driving experience in Calgary and area. At least 2 years of phlebotomy experience. Ability to work independently in a team environment. Courses or certificates in communication, personal leadership or customer service. Knowledge of the Laboratory Information System. Telemed experience.