Improve lives. Love your job. Grow your career.Looking for an interesting job where you can make a difference? Look no further. LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services is a proud Canadian company with over 50 years' experience. We provide laboratory testing services that help healthcare providers diagnose, treat, monitor and prevent disease in patients. LifeLabs is currently looking for a Medical Lab Assistant to join our team in Toronto, ON (100 Intl Blvd).As a Medical Lab Assistant you will play a key role in the testing and diagnostic process for a wide range of patients. This is a part-time role working up to 20 hours per week with morning, afternoon, evening and weekend shift options to support work/life balance. LifeLabs also provides first aid training, continuing education opportunities, and excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement.Shifts: flexible shifts any time from 3:30pm- 3am including weekends.In this role you will:Unpack and sort a wide variety of incoming specimens received from sources including physicians, clinics, hospitals, and mobile LifeLabs technicians.Confirm the accuracy of all patient information on requisitions and specimen samples, resolve any problems or inaccuracies prior to testing, and perform required data entry.Prepare, sort & separate specimens for technical analysis.Respond to client inquiries & work in cooperation with the logistics departmentTrain and orient new team members.Perform weekly and monthly maintenance of laboratory equipment.Conduct all work in full compliance with all laboratory safety and security policies and regulations.The right person for this role is an organized and detail-oriented individual with good problem solving and customer service skills. Some key qualities include: flexibility, accountability, and attention to detail. Other requirements include:Successful completion or graduation from a recognized Medical Lab Assistant (MLA) program is an asset.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Candidate must be detail oriented with the ability to focus, prioritize and multi-task.Data entry and computer skills.Committed to remaining current with company practices, training, policies & proceduresPrior experience in laboratory operations or medical terminology an asset.Works well in a team environment.Ability to communicate with other internal & external departments.Ability to maintain the strictest standards of patient privacy and confidentiality.We are looking for passionate individuals who share in the importance of our values: Caring, Customer Driven, Agile and One Team, and can live these values with us every day.Grow your career with LifeLabs. Apply today.This is an in-person role.Hiring Range: 24.02 - 28.05The hiring range has been established, however, the final salary recommendation will be determined based off the level of experience, education requirement, external market conditions and internal equity.Retirement Savings Plan:The LifeLabs plans provide members with an easy way to save for retirement. By participating in the plan, you receive contributions made to your account on your behalf from LifeLabs.Vacation Entitlement:In this position, you will be entitled to vacation pay, which will be applied to each pay.Employee Wellness:LifeLabs offers an award-winning Wellness Program focused on supporting your total health and well-being under our physical, emotional, and financial wellness pillars. We have been recognized in the industry for our focus on mental health supports.Employee Giving program:Designed to support any employee who donates, fundraises or volunteers for a Canadian Registered Charity or Non-Profit Organization.We are committed to the ongoing development of our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program and have taken steps to strengthen our commitment to our team members and customers, to challenge ourselves to act with courage and integrity, and to create an environment where people can be their true selves.At LifeLabs, we know that we are Stronger Together and that we will benefit from the unique perspectives and experiences that each team member offers.Vaccinations are highly encouraged at LifeLabs'. Vaccinations may be mandatory for selected employees if regulated by provincial or regional governments, or through employer-led vaccination policies in the facilities we service. Please ensure you ask if this position requires the successful candidate to be fully vaccinated with the current Government approved COVID-19 vaccinations.Make a difference - join the LifeLabs team today!Job Segment: Medical Lab, Lab Assistant, Laboratory, Data Entry, Medical, Healthcare, Science, Administrative
