Medical Laboratory Assistant

About the role

Shared Health supports patient-focused clinical and preventive services across Manitoba and also provides province-wide health services along with centralized administrative and business support for health organizations. This opening is for a Medical Laboratory Assistant at Shared Health - Health Sciences Centre in Winnipeg.

Role summary

Reporting to the Charge Technologist, or another designated lead, the Medical Laboratory Assistant helps the laboratory manage specimen triage, accessioning, and processing. The role may also include selected basic routine tasks in line with established procedures and carrying out phlebotomy duties as outlined in department policy. The position is expected to support a safe workplace, follow professional and provincial requirements, uphold quality assurance practices, and work to accreditation standards. All duties must align with Shared Health’s mission and values, internal policies and procedures, and all applicable laws.

Work details

• Requisition ID: 405527
• Position Number: 20066413
• Posting end date: June 26, 2026
• City: Winnipeg
• Site: Shared Health - Health Sciences Centre
• Department / Unit: HSC Microbiology Technicians
• Job stream: Clinical Support
• Union: MAHCP
• Anticipated start date: 07/03/2026
• FTE: 0.70
• Shift pattern: Days, evenings, and weekends
• Work arrangement: In person
• Daily hours worked: 7.75
• Annual base hours: 2015
• Salary range: $29.478 to $34.173

Experience and education

Previous directly related experience is preferred. A completed Grade 12 education, or an equivalent recognized under Manitoba standards, is required. Completion of a Medical Laboratory Assistant training program is preferred. CSMLS Medical Laboratory Assistant certification is also preferred.

Skills and abilities

The position calls for comfort working in a Windows-based computer environment and familiarity with Microsoft Office is preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology, sterile techniques, and routine practices is an asset. Strong keyboarding speed, basic math skills, accurate following of oral and written instructions, and attention to detail are important. The role also requires effective English communication, the ability to work independently or as part of a team, the capacity to perform under pressure, and strict confidentiality. French and English fluency may be required. Candidates must also be able to carry out the duties described for the role.

Conditions of employment

• A current satisfactory Criminal Records Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, is required.
• Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check are required.
• Any fees associated with the checks are the responsibility of the successful candidate.
• Security screening is considered current if completed within six months before the employment start date.
• Employees may not hold multiple Shared Health positions that together exceed 1.0 FTE.

Additional information

Shared Health is committed to employment equity, workplace diversity, and hiring qualified candidates. People with disabilities are welcome to apply, and accommodation can be provided on request during the assessment and selection process. Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are working to improve Indigenous representation across the workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and may voluntarily identify their Indigenous descent in their application or cover letter.