Senior Clinical Laboratory Assistant
Description
Job Posting: Senior Clinical Laboratory Assistant
Where YOU work, makes a difference.
Life is precious and every moment matters. Dynacare is helping Canadians achieve a healthy future with care and wellness solutions that are convenient, understandable, and accessible. When you join our team, every day is an opportunity to get better and be inspired. It’s an environment where you can grow your career in any direction you choose. We’re evolving our technology and optimizing our processes, so you can do your best work, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.
Are YOU our next Senior Clinical Laboratory Assistant?
As a Senior Clinical Laboratory Assistant, you will be responsible for directing workflow, managing inventory, overseeing quality, maintenance and housekeeping, providing training and technical oversight of lab assistants, troubleshooting, and scheduling. Participate in all quality assurance programs and ensure company, regulatory, Ministry of Health (MOH), SAMSHA, and ISO guidelines are observed. Perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment as appropriate and deal with matters that arise.
As a Senior Clinical Laboratory Assistant, you will be responsible for directing workflow, managing inventory, overseeing quality, maintenance and housekeeping, providing training and technical oversight of lab assistants, troubleshooting, and scheduling. Participate in all quality assurance programs and ensure company, regulatory, Ministry of Health (MOH), SAMSHA, and ISO guidelines are observed. Perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment as appropriate and deal with matters that arise.
Status: Permanent, Full Time (Guaranteed 37.5 hours per week)
Shift: Day Shift. Monday - Friday, 7:00 am – 6:00 pm (rotating schedule)
Discipline: Toxicology-PRIVATE
Work Style: On Site
Shift: Day Shift. Monday - Friday, 7:00 am – 6:00 pm (rotating schedule)
Discipline: Toxicology-PRIVATE
Work Style: On Site
Vacancy Type: New
Location: 245 Pall Mall Street, London, Ontario, N6P 1P4
Start Date: TBD
Internal Posting Deadline: Internal application to be received no later than May 22, 2026
Why Dynacare is an amazing place for YOU:
- Join an award-winning "Top Employer" with meaningful and impactful career opportunities
- Access a health and wellness benefits program that supports you and your loved ones
- Grow and thrive with a dynamic, successful company through internal mobility opportunities
- Invest in your future through RRSP match benefits and an employee stock purchase program
- Experience a collaborative, diverse workforce that prioritizes dignity and respect for all
How YOU will make a difference:
- Ensure that all samples are properly labelled and identified before testing
- Follow established protocol for the handling of unsuitable samples
- Ensure that all problem and fatal samples are processed as outlined in the department guidelines
- Responsible for the follow-up on missing samples, documentation, and results as and when required
- Act as a key contact point for the Problem Solving bench to ensure quick resolutions between the lab and external clients.
- Ensure all inquiries and problems are handled in a courteous and professional manner
- Ensure the adequate quantity of supplies are on hand and that validated reagents and testing kits to be used are in date order
- Ensure that Quality Control checks are performed as required in documented work procedures
- Responsible for following all relevant pre and/or post-analytical quality protocols as described in the company QA manual
- Document all maintenance performed, including minor troubleshooting following the manufacturer’s instructions
- Responsible for disinfecting the work area and equipment daily
- Store and discard specimens according to appropriate department procedure manuals
- Act as a resource person for the medical laboratory staff with the handling of questions and concerns regarding technical inquiries
- Assist with proper scheduling, staffing and coordinating weekend shifts as required
- Assist in the implementation and creation of new policies, procedures and programs
- Report or follow up on test results from referral labs as required
- Interact with Department Head or designate to assist in non-routine problems or concerns
- Assist with the writing and updates of departmental manuals where appropriate, bring problems (technical/personal) to the attention of the Department Head or designate
What YOU bring to the role:
- Graduate of an approved laboratory assistant course or equivalent
- Required continuous standing/walking with the use of fine motor skills
- Required to perform some carrying and lifting a maximum of 50 pounds
- Exposed to biohazardous substances, chemicals, and noise variances
- Shift work required, including weekends
Technical Skills
- Excellent data entry skills required
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to use critical thinking skills
- Full understanding of COC as it pertains to forensic testing
Social Process Skills
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team-centred environment.
Pay rate: $28.00 -$30.50 per hour
The hiring pay range has been established; however, the final pay offer will be determined by taking into consideration various factors including but not limited to, level of experience and education requirements.
We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support aspects of our recruitment process, including application screening and candidate matching. These tools are designed to assist our team in reviewing applications more efficiently. All hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and hiring teams, with human judgment applied at every stage.
Passionate about supporting healthy lives with commitment and care? Please apply today and let us open the door to your extended career journey.
Dynacare has been a “Top Employer” for many years and there is a reason why. We are a great place to work. At Dynacare, we’re proud to hire the best people. If you are looking for a meaningful career where you can support healthy lives with commitment and care – we would like to meet you. We hope you will join us in our journey to become Canada’s health and wellness solutions leader.
Dynacare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to the attraction, selection, advancement, and fair treatment of all individuals. We believe that our diversity is our strength, so we employ a diverse workforce and respect the needs of all our employees. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Dynacare Accommodation Policy a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the Dynacare hiring process.