Halton Healthcare·Oakville, Ontario
The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing specimen collection, processing, and data entry duties. They also manage referral specimens and handle various office-related tasks within the laboratory.
Company Description Halton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers.
We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always!
At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do.
We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.
Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities.
As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.
Responsible for all duties related to specimen collection and processing, data entry, referral specimens and office duties.
Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes. Medical Laboratory Professionals’ Association of Ontario (MLPAO) and/or Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS/SCSLM) certification. 2 - 5 years recent experience in a clinical laboratory setting Knowledge of laboratory computer systems Medical Terminology Certificate Good communication and interpersonal skills Experience working with the public Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position Satisfactory employment and attendance record required
Status: Temporary Full-time Length Of Contract: Approx. 1 year Hours: Night shift: Monday to Friday (Hours subject to change based on operational requirements) Salary: $30.49 to $35.16 per hour
August 18, 2026 Internal Applicants Due By: August 25, 2026 REF3868W Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting. Please note that while this job is posted on Halton Healthcare's career page, it may also appear on third-party job boards. These external platforms may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, for candidate screening and matching. We do not control or influence these processes. To ensure your application is reviewed by our team, we recommend applying directly through our Halton Healthcare careers site. We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted. Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation. The Ontario Public Hospitals Act mandates that hospitals establish health surveillance programs for all individuals working within the hospital. This regulation requires proof of immunity for certain diseases and as a result, Halton Healthcare requires all new hires to receive pre-employment medical clearance by our Health, Safety & Wellness team, prior to their start date, as a condition of employment. This includes demonstrating compliance with Halton Healthcare’s Immunization Policies. All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
Candidates must hold a certification from the MLPAO or CSMLS and possess 2-5 years of recent clinical laboratory experience. Proficiency in medical terminology and laboratory computer systems is required, along with strong communication skills.
Market context
Ontario medical laboratory assistant roles typically seek certified candidates for clinical laboratory and diagnostic services, with this position offering CAD 30.49–35.16 per hour. Competition may be stronger for applicants with MLPAO or CSMLS certification, 2–5 years of recent experience, and laboratory computer-system proficiency; review your credentials and terminology skills before applying. Requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, including immunization support and health surveillance programs, saving research time.