Medical Laboratory Assistant - North

Requisition ID

• 404524
• Position
• Number: 20093305
• Posting
• End
• Date:
• June 12, 2026
• City:
• Thompson
• Employer:
• Shared
• Health
• Site: Shared Health - Thompson General Hospital Department /

Unit

Thompson Hospital Lab Diagnostic Serv Job Stream: Clinical Union: MAHCP Anticipated Start Date - End Date: 06/14/2026 - 03/01/2027 Reason for Term: Educational Leave FTE: 1.00 Anticipated Shift: Days;Evenings;Weekends Work Arrangement: In Person Daily Hours Worked: 7.75 Annual Base Hours: 2015 Salary: $33.898, $34.914, $35.961, $37.012, $38.146, $39.300 Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations. Position Overview Under the general supervision of the Charge Technologist or designate, the Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) is responsible for assisting the laboratory in its role of sample triaging, accessioning, and processing of specimens. The MLA may also perform some basic routine procedures according to established protocols. Performs phlebotomies according to departmental policy. The MLA will maintain a safe environment in accordance with professional and provincial guidelines and ensure compliance with quality assurance programs and maintain standards put forth by Accreditation. Functions are conducted in accordance with the Mission and Values of Shared Health, current policies and procedures and applicable legislation. Experience Previous related experience preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate) Completed Grade 12 or equivalent, Manitoba Standards, is required. Completion of a Medical Laboratory Assistant program is preferred.

Certification/Licensure/Registration Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) Medical Laboratory Assistant Certification preferred.

Qualifications

and Skills Windows computer environment required. Microsoft Office programs preferred. Medical terminology preferred. Sterile techniques and routine practices preferred. 50 – 55 wpm keyboarding skills an asset. Apply basic math concepts such as fractions, percentages, and ratios. Follow oral and written instructions precisely with attention to detail. Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills required in English. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team member. Work under pressure. Maintains confidentiality with all information entrusted to the position. Fluent language skills (written and oral) in both French and English may be required. Ability to perform duties as described.