Medical Laboratory jobs in Merivale, ON

Requisition # SPECI002872 (PSAC Bargaining Unit)
Regular Full-Time Position – (1.0 FTE)
This position is at Level 07 with an hourly pay range of $38.37 – $48.55

APPLY: Specimen Management Coordinator – Laboratory Services -Regular Full-Time | External Yukon Hospital Careers

Are you looking to be part of an exceptional and passionate health care team in one of Canada’s most spectacular natural environments with vast and stunning wilderness at your doorstep?

Yukon Hospitals strives to cultivate an environment of passionate and engaged people with a culture that values growth, work/life balance, and wellness in helping all our people reach optimal ability. Our organization is an integrated system of hospitals: Whitehorse General Hospital (79 beds), Watson Lake Community Hospital (6 beds) and Dawson City Community Hospital (6 beds).

Reporting to the Information Manager, Laboratory Services, the incumbent is responsible for collaborating with the Specimen Management Lead (SML) to coordinate the day-to-day operations of Specimen Management. The incumbent works collaboratively with the Laboratory Information Manager, Specimen Management Lead, in conjunction with the community health centers and community hospitals to support all aspects of Specimen Management services.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required:

• Knowledge of current laboratory principles and practices related to the MLA scope of practise (CSMLS).
• Knowledge of Laboratory accreditation, local and Territorial requirements.
• Working knowledge a Laboratory Quality Management System.
• Working knowledge of a Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Solutions-based approach to problem solving.
• Effective problem solving, critical thinking, decision making, and time management skills.
• Proven ability to supervise, coach, and mentor staff.
• Proven ability to communicate with and deal effectively with all laboratory stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with conflict resolution.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of the team.
• Ability to adapt to change management and process improvement.
• Ability to multitask and provide direction in demanding situations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, professional and respectful working relationships.
• Cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity.

The successful applicant will possess a Medical Laboratory Assistant Diploma, current certification and registration with a Canadian medical laboratory science regulator, and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience may be considered. Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certification, experience with Meditech, and training in Cultural Safety and Trauma Informed Care are considered assets.

TO APPLY: Visit our website and apply by 4:00pm July 8, 2026

For more information, contact recruitment at 867-393-8675/90200 ext. 8347/8700 ext. 8147

Visit whitehorse.ca and yukon.ca for more information on Whitehorse and living in the Yukon!

Indigenous Workforce Initiative – We are committed to having a workforce that reflects the community we serve. When you apply for a job, you can choose to identify as Indigenous in your application. Please do so in whatever manner you feel accurately reflects who you are. Yukon Hospitals’ Indigenous Engagement Advisor will then contact you to offer support with your application, share information about training or mentorships, and answer any questions you may have. All self-identification information will remain confidential.

You can get support before or after applying for a job by contacting IWI@yukonhospitals.ca or calling 867-332-7203.

Yukon Hospital Corporation is committed to employment equity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Unfortunately, at this time, we are unable to consider resumes from International applicants. Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada in order to apply, i.e. have Landed Immigrant Status, Work Visa, or be a Canadian Citizen.