Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA)

This position will work between Charlton, King and West 5th campuses

POSITION SUMMARY:
Practices and performs, under the supervision of a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) a variety of laboratory tests and procedures, with accuracy and efficiency, in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Hamilton Regional Laboratory Medicine Program (HRLMP).

QUALIFICATIONS:
•Minimum Grade 12 education or recognized equivalent
•OSMT Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant Certificate
•Data entry and order skills with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)
•Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Collection of appropriate specimens including phlebotomy
•Performs specific patient procedures e.g. ECG, Holter Monitor
•Maintains competence in the receiving, handling, processing, identification, recording, labeling and dispatch of specimens for laboratory testing
•Registering and accessioning using LIS
•Operates and maintains laboratory equipment according to HRLMP procedures. Reports failure and maintains documentation of laboratory equipment according to HRLMP procedures. Immediately requests direction from a MLT
•Actively participates in Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement activities to meet HRLMP objectives
•Recognizes unusual situations and reports immediately to a MLT
•Works in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
•Assists in maintaining inventory control
•Maintains competency as a MLA through participation in training and continuing education
•Must maintain confidentiality of patient information at all times
•Other tasks as directed by the MLT