Laboratory Assistant

Posting # 2007-9088
Laboratory Assistant
Hinton Healthcare Centre

Status: Casual, 0.00 FTE
Union HSAA Technical Collective Agreement
Salary Range: Effective April 1st, 2007 $17.30 - $21.58 per hour
Position Commences:
Hours of Work/Shift Pattern: As required

Position Summary:

Under supervision within established protocols, the Laboratory Assistant carries out a variety of basic procedures/duties including specimen procurement and processing, clerical support and other related duties. Performs, prepares, reports, and distributes limited laboratory tests such as blood glucose meter, occult blood, urine pregnancy test and urinalysis (macroscopic and microscopic) according to departmental policies and procedures. Reports laboratory specimen processing/reporting errors and completes appropriate documentation. Assists supervisor in maintaining adequate inventory of materials and supplies.

Qualifications:

Formal Education:
# Grade 12 or equivalent required
# Graduate of a recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant program or successful completion of a Medical Laboratory Assistant correspondence course which includes speciman handling and phlebotomy desired
# Completion of an Electrocardiography and Urinalysis course desired
# Medical Terminology and Phlebotomy Training desired
Experience:
# Computer and keyboarding skills required
# Previous experience as a Laboratory Assistant or related healthcare experience desired
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competancies:
# Demonstration of high level of organizational, communication (written & oral) and interpersonal skills
# Ability to work well both independantly and with all members of the Health Centre team
# Ability to work efficiently, effectively, accurately and well under pressure in the fast paced emergency working environment
# Ability to exercise good judgement when decisions must be made
Physical Effort/Strength Required:
# Frequent physical demands include standing, bending, lifting, and hand movements.
# Extended use of computers involves constant eye movement and focus.

Driver License Required: No
Personal Vehicle Required: No

Application Instructions:
Applications or resumes, quoting Posting # 2007-9088, must be received by 4:00 p.m. on the closing date of December 07, 2007.
Joanne Brisbois, Manager
Hinton Healthcare Centre
1280 Switzer Drive
Hinton, Alberta, T7V 1V2
Fax: (780) 865-1099
Email: joanne.brisbois@aspenrha.ab.ca

All new offers of employment are subject to a Criminal Records Check satisfactory to the employer.

We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those applicants being considered for this position will be contacted.

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