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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.\nAre YOU our next Laboratory Assistant?\nAs a Laboratory Assistant, you are responsible for the preparation of samples and/or reagents for routine processing, the performance of simple non-interpretive tests under the technical oversight of a Medical Laboratory Technologist as required, and the independent performance of simple non-interpretive tests escalating to a qualified Medical Laboratory Technologist for support and guidance as required. 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Alternatively, applicants with a Bachelor degree in a related scientific or health discipline, or international MLA or MLT qualification, may also be considered.\nYou are customer-focused with a genuine care for patient’s health \nPrioritize and self-manage within a deadline-oriented environment\nBe extremely detail oriented\nProficiency in English, both written and verbal, at a level that enables you to communicate instructions, clearly and understandably, to patients \n25 to 40 words per minute typing speed required\nPay rate: $27.00-$30.75 per hour\nThe 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.\nAt Dynacare, we may leverage AI-powered tools in our recruitment process. AI will never reach out to our candidates directly.\nPassionate about supporting healthy lives with commitment and care? 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