Job detail

Medical Laboratory Assistant-Westman

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority

#Quality Assurance #Healthcare #Medical Terminology #Accreditation #Sterile Techniques #Phlebotomy #CSMLS #Clinical Laboratory #Medical Laboratory Assistant

Quick overview

The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for sample triaging, accessioning, and processing of specimens. They also perform phlebotomies and basic routine procedures according to established protocols and quality assurance standards.

Requirements summary

Requires Grade 12 completion with a preference for a Medical Laboratory Assistant program and CSMLS certification. Candidates must possess strong communication skills, basic math proficiency, and be able to pass several security and abuse registry checks.

high schoolprofessional certificateTeamworkKeyboardingMicrosoft OfficeAttention To DetailConfidentialityMedical TerminologySpecimen ProcessingBasic MathPhlebotomyEnglish CommunicationSample TriagingSterile Techniques

Job description

Requisition ID

405000
Position
Number: 20093903
Posting
End
Date:
June 19, 2026
City:
Brandon
Employer:
Shared
Health
Site: Shared Health - Westman Laboratory (Brandon) Department /

Unit

Westman Lab - Specimen Procurement Job Stream: Clinical Union: MAHCP Anticipated Start Date - End Date: 07/06/2026 - 08/23/2027 Reason for Term: Maternity Leave FTE: 1.00 Anticipated Shift: Days;Evenings;Weekends Work Arrangement: In Person Daily Hours Worked: 7.75 Annual Base Hours: 2015 Salary: $29.478, $30.359, $31.271, $32.184, $33.171, $34.173 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.