Laboratory Assistant - Production

at  Canadian Blood Services

Job category: Laboratory and phlebotomy
Job posting ID: 4752
Employment status: Temporary part-time
Position’s anticipated start date: 2023-07-24
Position’s anticipated end date: 2024-06-16
Possible schedule/FTE: 0.8
Classification: HSAA
Salary/Rate of pay: $22.82
Application deadline: 2023-07-09
Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page.

TOGETHER, WE CAN MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF OTHERS.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.
If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.
We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum one year relevant laboratory experience is preferred
• Post secondary courses in sciences preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English are essential; legible handwriting required
• Superior multi-tasking skills required
• Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team environment as well as independently
• Detail-oriented and able to follow instructions precisely, prepare and maintain accurate records, and carry out repetitive tasks in a meticulous manner
• Capable of working in a highly regulated environment
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the job required including manual dexterity (must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, lift and carry boxes/cartons of up to 10kg)
• Must be able to work various shifts including weekends

ABOUT THE ROLE

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary part-time Laboratory Assistant - Production to join our dynamic Supply Chain Operations West team.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting directly to the Laboratory Supervisor for Component Production, you will be working in the manufacturing area of the laboratory, performing functions related to the preparation and storage of blood and blood components in accordance with all regulatory and Canadian Blood Services’ policies, procedures and practices. Key responsibilities include:

• Receive, assess and produce whole blood and apheresis platelets and plasma into requested blood components
• Preparation and storage of blood components
• End label and store blood components
• Performs bacterial detection
• Performs other laboratory duties as required

IF THIS ROLE RESONATES WITH YOU, WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY! THIS COULD BE YOUR FIRST STEP TOWARDS A MEANINGFUL AND INSPIRING CAREER. COME TO WORK EACH DAY KNOWING THAT YOU SAVE LIVES.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment (such as testing) will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us