Medical Lab Assistant - Part Time - Evening Shift - Mississauga, ON

As Medical Lab Assistant you will play a key role in the testing and diagnostic process for a wide range of patients. LifeLabs also provides first aid training, continuing education opportunities, and excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement.   Status: Part Time (0 - 20 hours per week) Shift: Day Shift: 6PM-2AM/7PM-3AMNumber of positions: 1Start Date: ASAPThis vacancy is for an existing position.   Your responsibilities will include: Unpack and sort a wide variety of incoming specimens received from sources including physicians, clinics, hospitals, and mobile LifeLabs technicians.  Confirm the accuracy of all patient information on requisitions and specimen samples, resolve any problems or inaccuracies prior to testing, and perform required data entry. Prepare, sort & separate specimens for technical analysis. Respond to client inquiries & work in cooperation with the logistics department  Train and orient new team members. Perform weekly and monthly maintenance of laboratory equipment. Conduct all work in full compliance with all laboratory safety and security policies and regulations. What you will bring to the role: Successful completion or graduation from a recognized Medical Lab Assistant (MLA) program is an asset.  Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Candidate must be detail oriented with the ability to focus, prioritize and multi-task. Data entry and computer skills. Committed to remaining current with company practices, training, policies & procedures Prior experience in laboratory operations or medical terminology an asset. Ability to communicate with other internal & external departments. Ability to maintain the strictest standards of patient privacy and confidentiality.