Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority

Full-time Other-General
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Location
cleveland, ns, Canada
Posted
July 15, 2026

Job Description

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.

Responsibilities

  • Positive patient identification and accurate specimen handling.
  • Perform specimen procurement/receipt/processing, data entry, media/reagent/smear preparation, sterilization, clerical duties, and loading specimens on an analyzer.
  • Supply management, troubleshooting, and customer service activities.
  • Work rotating shifts, weekends...