Medical Laboratory Assistant

Position #: 9002714 Expected Start Date: September 08, 2026 Union: CUPE Facility: Battlefords Union Hospital City/Town: North Battleford Department: Multi-functional Laboratories Core Lab Type: Full-time temporary Expected Up to Date: August 05, 2027 FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days, Nights, Evenings, Weekends Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Standard Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 11 $23.370 to $25.040 (3 step range) Travel Required: No Job Description: Responsible for specimen collection and pre-analytical specimen handling/processing. Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Medical Laboratory Assistant certificate Competencies * Communication skills * Intermediate - Data entry skills * Interpersonal skills * Basic - Computer skills Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to work independently Other Information * Valid driver's license, where required * Official Description at: //www.working-for-health.ca/supportjobevaluation The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

The Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for the collection of specimens and the pre-analytical handling and processing of samples. They must perform these duties within a multi-functional laboratory environment while maintaining quality standards.

Candidates must possess a Medical Laboratory Assistant certificate and demonstrate proficiency in data entry and computer skills. The role requires the ability to work independently and effective interpersonal and communication skills.

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• Specimen collection
• Pre-analytical specimen handling
• Data entry
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Computer skills
• Independent work
• Specimen Handling
• Specimen Processing
• Valid Driver's License
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Reconciliation
• Medical Laboratory
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Data Entry
• Interpersonal Communications
• Collections

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Government & Public Sector
• Medical Laboratory Assistant
• Medical Laboratory Technician
• Medical and Pathology Laboratory Technicians
• Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
• Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 2, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week