Jobs in Halifax

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Halifax, Nova Scotia
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Medical Laboratory Assistants - Various Locations Throughout the Province
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
Halifax, NS
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Halifax, NS
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Medical Laboratory Assistants - Various Locations Throughout the Province

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health · North Preston, NS, B2Z 1A3, Canada · Upper Hammonds Plains, NS, B4B 1N8, Canada · East Preston, NS, B2Z 1M2, Canada · Fall River, NS, B2T 1J5, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3H 2E2, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3S 0J5, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3L 2C2, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3H 2Y9, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3H 2E1, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3H 1V7, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3J 3T4, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3J 1H1, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3J 1Y2, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3H 4M2, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3K 4N1, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3H 3A7, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3L 4R3, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3K 2M5, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3L 4R6, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3H 1V8, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3L 4P1, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3K 2R7, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3J 0E8, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3H 4K4, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3R 1V5, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3S 0H6, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3J 3R4, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3K 5R3, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3R 2H9, Canada · Halifax, NS, B3K 5L2, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 4P8, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B3A 4R9, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 2N4, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B3W 6C6, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 1G9, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 4G8, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B2X 1R5, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B3A 1M9, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 3S3, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B3B 2B8, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B2X 1K8, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 3Z9, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B3A 4S5, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B3B 1Y6, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B2W 2M3, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 4N4, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B3B 0E8, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B2W 3E6, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B2W 3E5, Canada · Dartmouth, NS, B3A 1L9, Canada · Bedford, NS, B4B 1Z8, Canada · Bedford, NS, B4B 0V1, Canada · Lower Sackville, NS, B4C 0A2, Canada · Lower Sackville, NS, B4C 2J3, Canada · Beechville, NS, B3S 0G4, Canada

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Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health

Medical Laboratory Assistants - Various Locations Throughout the Province

North Preston, NS, B2Z 1A3, Canada
Upper Hammonds Plains, NS, B4B 1N8, Canada
East Preston, NS, B2Z 1M2, Canada
Fall River, NS, B2T 1J5, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3H 2E2, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3S 0J5, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3L 2C2, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3H 2Y9, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3H 2E1, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3H 1V7, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3J 3T4, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3J 1H1, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3J 1Y2, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3H 4M2, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3K 4N1, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3H 3A7, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3L 4R3, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3K 2M5, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3L 4R6, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3H 1V8, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3L 4P1, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3K 2R7, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3J 0E8, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3H 4K4, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3R 1V5, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3S 0H6, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3J 3R4, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3K 5R3, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3R 2H9, Canada
Halifax, NS, B3K 5L2, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 4P8, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B3A 4R9, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 2N4, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B3W 6C6, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 1G9, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 4G8, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B2X 1R5, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B3A 1M9, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 3S3, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B3B 2B8, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B2X 1K8, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 3Z9, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B3A 4S5, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B3B 1Y6, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B2W 2M3, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 4N4, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B3B 0E8, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B2W 3E6, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B2W 3E5, Canada
Dartmouth, NS, B3A 1L9, Canada
Bedford, NS, B4B 1Z8, Canada
Bedford, NS, B4B 0V1, Canada
Lower Sackville, NS, B4C 0A2, Canada
Lower Sackville, NS, B4C 2J3, Canada
Beechville, NS, B3S 0G4, Canada

$25.64 - $30.61 Hourly

Within 25 km of Halifax · About 0.5 km from the city centre

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Job details

Pay: $25.64 - $30.61 Hourly
Posted: Sep 4, 2026

Original job description

Req ID: 223648
Location: Various Sites and Community-based Locations Throughout Nova Scotia
Department: Services and Programs Throughout Nova Scotia Health
Type of Employment: Permanent, Assignments, and Casual Relief Opportunities Available
Union: Based on Bargaining Unit and Constituent Union/Non-Union Position

How You Make an Impact

Under the direction of Management (or designate), the Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) works in collaboration with and supports all members of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (PLM) by performing various functions relating to the pre and post-analytical phases of testing. These functions can include: specimen procurement/receipt/processing, data entry, media/reagent/smear preparation, sterilization, clerical duties, and loading specimens on an analyzer. Additional responsibilities may include: supply management, troubleshooting, and customer service activities. Positive patient identification and accurate specimen handling are essential to the job. Duties vary based on the operational requirements of the laboratory site/division/area/community in which the MLA is employed. The MLA may be required to work rotating shifts, weekends, and/or holidays, work off-site including long term care (LTC) facilities, communities or private homes dependent on the need. The MLA may also be required to interact with various stakeholders and clients. Incumbents must adhere to all applicable NSH/PLM policies and procedures. Strict adherence to safety and infection prevention and control procedures is required. MLAs must be able to work independently, use good judgment, maintain a professional appearance (adhering to dress code policy) and demonstrate excellent customer service.

Work Hours & Pay

$25.64 - $30.61 Hourly

Various permanent, assignments (temporary), and casual relief (no guarantee of hours), opportunities available in various locations throughout Nova Scotia.

What We Offer

Virtual Health Access: Get convenient, on-demand care through Telus Health, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health - giving you and your family peace of mind wherever you are.
Paid Vacation: Start your journey with three weeks of paid vacation each year, so you can relax, recharge, and do more of what you love.
Parental Leave Top-Up: We proudly support growing families with a parental leave top-up, helping you focus on what matters most during life’s biggest moments.
Exclusive Corporate Discounts: Enjoy access to a wide range of corporate discounts, saving you money on products, services, and experiences.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Eligible candidates can take advantage of a robust benefits program through Nova Scotia Health, including:

- Health & dental coverage
- Travel insurance
- Long-term disability protection
- Life insurance
- A defined benefit pension plan

Your Must Haves

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

Recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant Program or equivalent (as determined by NSRMLS)
Candidates must have successfully completed the Medical Laboratory Assistant examinations of the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS)/Canadian Alliance of Medical Laboratory Professional Regulators (CAMPLR) and have current registration with CSMLS.
Licensure with Nova Scotia Regulator of Medical Laboratory Sciences (NSRMLS)

What Makes You Stand Out

Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Basic understanding of medical terminology.
Strong attention to detail
Manual dexterity to handle sharp instruments and small objects.
Must be able to perform procedures with a high degree of accuracy
Ability to accurately number/label specimens and file slides/requisitions
Ability to adapt to updates/changes in operating procedures
Basic computer skills, Meditech experience is preferred
Access to reliable transportation as travel may be required
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. A Recruiter will reach out to you to explore whether your qualifications and skills match an opportunity.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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Responsibilities

The Medical Laboratory Assistant supports Pathology and Laboratory Medicine by performing pre and post-analytical testing functions. Key duties include specimen processing, data entry, reagent preparation, and maintaining strict safety and infection control procedures.

Requirements

Candidates must have a recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant program completion and current registration with CSMLS. Licensure with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Medical Laboratory Sciences (NSRMLS) is required.

Skills

Specimen Procurement
Data Entry
Sterilization
Customer Service
Medical Terminology
Manual Dexterity
Meditech
Written Communication
Verbal Communication
Attention To Detail
Computer Skills
French Language

Benefits

Virtual Health Access
Paid Vacation
Parental Leave Top-Up
Corporate Discounts
Health & Dental Coverage
Travel Insurance
Long-term Disability Protection
Life Insurance
Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Medical Laboratory Assistant
Pathology
Laboratory Medicine
CSMLS
CAMPLR
NSRMLS
Specimen Handling
Meditech
Infection Prevention
Healthcare
Clinical Testing
Pre-analytical Phase
Post-analytical Phase

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