Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory Services, Canso region (Havre Boucher)

Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) Location: Eastern Zone, St. Martha's Regional Hospital

Department: PLM Laboratory Services SMRH

Employment Type: Casual Relief (Casual)

Posting Closing Date: 25-May-26

About the Opportunity Under the direction of Management (or designate), the Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) works in collaboration with and supports all members of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (PLM) by performing various functions relating to the pre and post‑analytical phases of testing. These functions can include specimen procurement/receipt/processing, data entry, media/reagent/smear preparation, sterilization, clerical duties, and loading specimens on an analyzer. Additional responsibilities may include supply management, troubleshooting, and customer service activities.

Positive patient identification and accurate specimen handling are essential to the job. Duties vary based on the operational requirements of the laboratory site/division/area/community in which the MLA is employed. The MLA may be required to work rotating shifts, weekends, and/or holidays, work off‑site including long‑term care (LTC) facilities, communities or private homes dependent on the need. The MLA may also be required to interact with various stakeholders and clients. Incumbents must adhere to all applicable NSH/PLM policies and procedures. Strict adherence to safety and infectionprevention and control procedures is required. MLAs must be able to work independently, use good judgment, maintain a professional appearance (adhering to dress code policy) and demonstrate excellent customer service.

About You

Recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant Program or equivalent (as determined by NSRMLS)

Successfully completed the Medical Laboratory Assistant examinations of the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS)/Canadian Alliance of Medical Laboratory Professional Regulators (CAMPLR) and current registration with CSMLS

Licensure with Nova Scotia Regulator of Medical Laboratory Sciences (NSRMLS)

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Basic understanding of medical terminology

Strong attention to detail

Manual dexterity to handle sharp instruments and small objects

Must be able to perform procedures with a high degree of accuracy

Ability to accurately number/label specimens and file slides/requisitions

Ability to adapt to updates/changes in operating procedures

Basic computer skills; Meditech experience preferred

Access to reliable transportation (travel may be required)

Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Hours

Casual relief, no guaranteed hours

Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

Compensation and Benefits $24.97 - $29.72 hourly

Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Equal Opportunity Statement Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self‑identify as Indigenous, Black/ African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self‑identify.

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