As of November 6, 2026, Jobsy lists 124 laboratory assistant jobs in Canada. The median advertised pay is $28.88 an hour (from 28 postings). The most active employers are Alberta Precision Laboratories, Dynacare and LifeLabs. Skills often requested: phlebotomy, data entry, customer service and documentation.
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1+ YOECandidates need Grade 12, a recognized Lab Assistant training program and one year of recent related experience. PHSA also requires computer data entry skills, typing at 25 wpm and the physical ability to do the duties.
Laboratory Information System (LIS), ECG equipment, Centrifuge, Holter monitor, Refrigerators and freezers, Email
1+ YOECandidates need Grade 12, a recognized Lab Assistant training program and one year of recent related experience. They also need strong computer, communication and typing skills, plus an understanding of Indigenous cultural safety and anti-racism.
Laboratory Information System (LIS), Electrocardiogram (ECG) equipment, Centrifuge, Refrigerators and freezers, Computer terminal
Candidates need completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent. Strong phlebotomy skills, teamwork, excellent communication and adaptability are required, and rural experience is an asset.
Patient care, Procurement, Dispatching, Customer service, Reporting, Teamwork
Candidates need completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program and phlebotomy experience. Strong written and oral communication, teamwork, time management and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting are also required.
Candidates need completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent. Experience in urinalysis, medical terminology and recent Epic Beaker-CP use are assets.
Laboratory Information System (LIS), Epic Beaker-CP
Candidates need to have completed an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent. They also need recent experience doing phlebotomy and ECGs within the last 12 months, and experience with EPIC Beaker is strongly preferred.
Candidates need to have completed an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent. They also need recent experience doing phlebotomy and ECGs within the last 12 months, and experience with EPIC Beaker is strongly preferred.
2+ YOEAlberta Precision Laboratories needs a completed accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent, prior phlebotomy experience and ECG certification. At least two years of recent phlebotomy experience is preferred, and a driver's licence and vehicle are required.
APL, Work independently, Procurement, Dispatching, Reporting, Phlebotomy
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services needs candidates with high school completion and either a Medical Laboratory Assistant program or a Medical Laboratory Technology program. Current registration with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) is required.
Candidates need a Medical Laboratory Assistant course from a recognized program, current CSMLS certification as a Medical Laboratory Assistant, and training or experience in basic lab techniques. A satisfactory certificate of conduct is also required.
Candidates need completion of a Medical Laboratory Assistant course, basic laboratory experience, and current CSMLS certification as a Medical Laboratory Assistant. A satisfactory certificate of conduct is also required.
Candidates need completion of a Medical Laboratory Assistant course, training in basic lab techniques, and current CSMLS Medical Laboratory Assistant certification. A satisfactory certificate of conduct is also required.
Candidates need a Medical Laboratory Assistant course from a recognized program and current CSMLS certification as a Medical Laboratory Assistant. Training or experience in basic lab techniques and a satisfactory certificate of conduct are also required.
Candidates need graduation from a recognized Phlebotomy or Medical Laboratory Assistant program, the Canadian Medical Laboratory Assistant national examination, and basic laboratory technique training or experience. A satisfactory work performance record is also required.
Candidates need a phlebotomy or Medical Laboratory Assistant program diploma and passing of the national MLA exam for the Laboratory Assistant role. Phlebotomist applicants need an approved phlebotomy program or equivalent, with strong communication skills and ability to work independently.
Candidates need graduation from a recognized Phlebotomy or Medical Laboratory Assistant program and the Canadian Medical Laboratory Assistant national exam. Strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, and a satisfactory work record are also required.
Candidates need a Phlebotomy or Medical Laboratory Assistant program, the Canadian MLA national exam for the assistant role, and a satisfactory work record. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently are needed for the phlebotomist role.
Candidates need high school graduation, completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant program, and current CSMLS registration. They also need Transportation of Dangerous Goods certificates, strong communication skills with patients and staff, and a satisfactory conduct certificate.
LifeLabs: LifeLabs is Canada’s leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems, enabling patients and healthcare…
Candidates need a recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent healthcare experience in phlebotomy or IV therapy. Strong data entry, customer service and patient privacy skills are also required, and ECG training is an asset.
Candidates need basic computer skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow procedures precisely and work in a fast-paced team. A high school diploma is preferred and prior lab experience is an asset but not required.
1+ YOECandidates need a high school diploma or post-secondary chemistry, or at least one year of lab experience, with strong attention to detail and basic Microsoft Office skills. They must be able to lift 20 lbs, work at a bench for long periods, and work day, afternoon, overnight and weekend shifts.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook
1+ YOECandidates need Grade 12 plus one year of recent related experience, or an equivalent mix of education and experience. They must show laboratory knowledge, equipment operation, work organization, the physical ability to lift up to 10 kg, and clear communication with staff, donors and the public.
Candidates need a Laboratory Assistant certificate (Michener, Career Canada or OSMT) and preferably six months of bacteriology experience in an automated lab. Strong problem-solving, organization, communication and teamwork skills are also needed.
1+ YOEEurofins ExperNorth needs a lab technician diploma or certificate, at least one year of lab experience, and strong organization and attention to detail. Candidates should know Excel, Microsoft Office and LIMS, and ideally have worked in a GMP or ISO-regulated environment.
LIMS, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Database user interfaces, Query software
How much does a laboratory assistant make in Canada?
The median advertised pay is $28.88 an hour, across 28 postings that list pay. The lowest quarter pays under $28.88 and the top quarter over $28.88.
Who is hiring laboratory assistants?
Alberta Precision Laboratories (41), Dynacare (30), LifeLabs (16), Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (10) and PHSA - Provincial Health Services Authority (9).
What skills do laboratory assistant jobs ask for?
Postings most often mention phlebotomy, data entry, customer service, documentation, communication skills, work independently, regulatory compliance and epic.