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Laboratory Assistant I – Anatomic Pathology Department

@ Alberta Precision Laboratories

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Calgary, Alberta

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Overview

Alberta Precision Laboratories is hiring a Laboratory Assistant I for its Anatomic Pathology Department at the Diagnostic Scientific Centre. The role is a 1.00 FTE temporary full-time position with benefits, running November 16, 2026 to June 28, 2027, on rotating evening shifts of 7.75 hours. Pay is $25.91 to $32.30 per hour.

Responsibilities:

Process and prepare anatomic pathology specimens
Accession, organize, track and distribute specimens
Support reagent management and quality control
Maintain inventory and operate lab equipment

Requirements summary:

Completed accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent
Knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology
Complex specimen processing experience
Laboratory bench support experience
Lab safety and PPE training

Tools & skills

Laboratory Information System EPIC Beaker

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Employer posting date: 2026-10-22
First seen by our source: 2026-10-23
Source record updated: 2026-11-07

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Job details

Seniority	Entry level
Department	Allied health
Hours per week	38.75
Schedule	evening
Travel	air: none · ground: none
Work setting	Laboratory, Hospital or clinic
Position	Sitting and standing
Physical demands	physical moderate · computer moderate
Languages	English
Education	Trade certificate (required)
Fields of study	Medical Laboratory Assistant

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We believe in the transformative power of laboratory medicine to improve health for all Albertans. #WeAreLab

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Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Alberta Health Services, delivering high-quality, responsive diagnostic lab services across our healthcare system. Our team of more than 5,500 healthcare professionals have an unwavering commitment to protecting the health of Albertans while demonstrating our shared values of Kindness, Inclusion, Innovation, Agility and Accuracy.

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Industry	Hospitals and Health Care
Company size	5,001-10,000 employees
Organization type	Government Agency
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Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology acquired through education and/or laboratory experience. Experience performing complex laboratory specimen processing activities beyond routine specimen collection and receiving functions, including specimen preparation, accessioning, organization, tracking, distribution, and workflow support. Experience performing laboratory bench support activities, such as reagent management, quality control procedures, inventory management, and routine laboratory equipment operation and maintenance. Experience maintaining accurate records and documentation in a regulated environment. Training and/or experience working in accordance with laboratory safety practices, including the safe handling of laboratory chemicals, hazardous materials, and personal protective equipment (PPE).

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Experience supporting Anatomic Pathology and/or Cytology laboratory services, including specimen and tissue processing activities. Experience using Laboratory Information Systems, including EPIC Beaker or comparable systems. Experience handling confidential materials and documentation in a regulated healthcare environment.