Lab Assistant jobs in Ottawa, ON

Who we are:

Founded in Ottawa in 1971, Bio-Test has been providing best-in-class specimen collection and diagnostic services to Eastern Ontarians and is fully licensed by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care to perform tests in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, molecular microbiology, special chemistry and serology. Bio-Test is ISO 15189 Plus™ accredited through the Accreditation Canada (AC) and offers customized occupational health programs, including workforce specimen collection, radiology, and ultrasound services, as well as ECGs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for technical aspects of assigned bench(es) and/or departments on a day-to-day basis.
• Ensure all necessary minimum inventory levels of required supplies, reagents, QC’s and calibrators are maintained on hand. Communicating anticipating shortages in a timely manner is essential.
• Ensuring all necessary QC’s and Calibrators are successfully passed, prior to running patient samples for applicable benches/analyzers.
• Identifying opportunities for improved productivity and reporting to management.
• Ensuring applicable department(s) and/or benches are scrupulously maintained and operate consistently within Accreditation Canada’s requirements.
• Performing proficiency tests as required.
• Liaising with management on any concerns or potential problems (equipment, supplies, workflow, etc.).
• Keep work area clean and neat throughout and at the end of each shift.
• Performing specific tasks to ensure continuity of specimen processing and testing.
• Validate, approve and release analyzer QC, calibrator results.
• Validate, approve and release patient test results as required, in a timely manner.
• Carry out all work in accordance with Bio-Test Quality Management System and Safety policies.
• Understands occupational health and safety legislation.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sound problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field.
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) is required.
• Must be a registered CMLTO member.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory procedures.
• Experience with phlebotomy techniques for blood collection.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

All applications will be reviewed; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to a culture that values diversity and inclusion. Bio-Test Laboratory Inc. is committed to providing support to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. Candidates requiring accommodation should advise Human Resources. Support will be provided in accordance with the applicant's needs and in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibilities for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $35.00-$42.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Work Location: In person