Laboratory Assistant I - Jobs in Stettler, AB

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Your Opportunity:The town of Stettler is located 80 km east of Red Deer, and 97 km north of Drumheller. The Stettler Hospital and Care Centre, with 34 acute care and 50 long term care beds, provides service to the residents of Stettler and surrounding area. It is the only laboratory collection site for community patients in Stettler. Our site is a busy and dynamic work environment for those who enjoy challenging their skills as a Medical Laboratory Assistant. This is a multi-site position that rotates shifts to the Bashaw Community Health Centre located approximately 50 km north of Stettler.Description:As a Medical Laboratory Assistant I, you will provide high quality service to clients of the clinical laboratory in an effective, efficient and safe manner. You will be responsible for a variety of laboratory functions including procurement, handling, processing, dispatching and testing of specimens, performing procedures and reporting results.Classification: Laboratory Assistant IUnion: HSAA FAC PROF/TECHDepartment: Rural Clinical Lab Suppl. STETPrimary Location: Stettler Hospital and Care CtrMulti-Site: Not ApplicableFTE: 0.90Posting End Date: 05-NOV-2021Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Part TimeDate Available: 22-NOV-2021Temporary End Date: 22-MAY-2022Hours per Shift: 7.75Length of Shift in weeks: 4Shifts per cycle: 18Shift Pattern: Days, WeekendsDays Off: As Per RotationMinimum Salary: $22.73Maximum Salary: $28.34Vehicle Requirement: Not ApplicableRequired Qualifications:Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.Additional Required Qualifications:Recent, relevant experience performing procedures in a core laboratory. Laboratory experience includes phlebotomy, specimen collection, preparation and referral. The ability to effectively communicate in English and provide excellent customer service is essential. Good organizational skills and ability to assume responsibility is required. Good interpersonal and the ability to work independently as well as promote good teamwork is required. Demonstrated initiative, good judgment, and attention to detail essential. Ability to work under pressure and in emergency situations prioritizing workload, demonstrating tact and courtesy in dealing with patients, staff, and physicians required. Practices effective infection control, and safety techniques as applicable. Proficient computer skills. Ability to interpret, explain and apply applicable legislation, standards, policies and procedures, and maintain patient confidentiality. Receptive to new ideas and change. A valid Alberta drivers license is required for blood collections external to the facility. An excellent attendance record, reliability and personal suitability must be demonstrated through your employment references.Preferred Qualifications:As Required.Please note:All postings close at 23:59 of the posting end date indicated.Hiring Requirements:The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:Security Screening: Satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with APL.COVID-19 Immunization: Proof of full immunization against COVID-19. Full immunization status is achieved when 14 days have passed after the second dose of a two-dose vaccine, or the first dose of a single-dose vaccine. See our Frequently Asked Quesitons for additional information.Quick Apply

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