Laboratory Assistant - Part Time Regular Float BC

Laboratory Assistant - Part Time Regular Float - Abbotsford, BC

Life Labs Medical Laboratory Services is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for a Part Time Regular Float position in Abbotsford, BC. This role supports specimen collection and processing as part of patient care and laboratory operations.

We are a leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems, committed to empowering healthier Canadians through accessible, accurate, and innovative diagnostic services.

Status: Part Time Regular Float
Schedule: Sunday – Saturday with shift times varying. Hours of work may vary anytime between 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Additional requirements: This is a float position between Abbotsford and Chilliwack
Number of positions: 1
Start date: ASAP

• Greet and request required information from patients, explain the specimen collection process, and ensure patients have followed necessary test protocol prior to specimen collection.
• Perform phlebotomies, connect/disconnect holter monitors, 24-hour blood pressure monitoring, and perform ECG tracings.
• Perform special test collections, such as medical/legal drug screens, paternity tests, and clinical trials, and complete related documentation.
• Maintain client relationships, including responding to inquiries and following up on requests.
• Complete data entry of required patient demographics, requisition information, and other information related to processing test results.
• Prepare specimens for transportation and testing.

• Completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent related experience such as working as a healthcare professional with previous training or experience in phlebotomy, intravenous infusion and/or intravenous therapy (e.g. nurses, infusion therapist, cardiac technologist etc.).
• ECG training or experience is an asset.
• Proficient data entry skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain the strictest standards of patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Ability to effectively relate to patients and health care providers.

Life Labs’ compensation programs are commensurate based on the role, skill, effort, responsibility and working conditions, irrespective of gender, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age or any other personal characteristics. Pay programs are communicated regularly in an accessible and transparent manner.

Life Labs offers resources and a collaborative environment to enable team members to thrive. Our Total Rewards Program may include:

• Employee Group Benefits:
  Extended Health Care, Dental Care, Life Insurance for employees and their families.
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Vacation and Wellness Days
• Employee Wellness and Giving Programs, including Employee & Family Assistance Program and financial planning tools.
• Professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs.

In accordance with Life Labs’ Accessibility Policy, accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or email

Vaccinations are highly encouraged at Life Labs and may be required where regulated by provincial or regional governments or facility vaccination policies. Please confirm whether this position requires vaccination or immunization screening.

Ready to empower healthier Canadians? Apply today!

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