Laboratory Assistant I
Alberta Precision Laboratories / APLRole Overview
Alberta Precision Laboratories / APL is hiring a entry-level Laboratory Assistant I. This is a full-time role in Lloydminster. posted 4 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Your Opportunity:
Lloydminster is Canada's only Border City! Discover the city’s affordable housing, fine dining, and exciting local events including Summer Streetfest, Fallfest, Winterfest, Heritage Day and other year-round festivals. The local college serves more than 8,000 full-time and part-time students on its campuses in Lloydminster and Vermilion. Enjoy no more traffic jams, easy ability to get around this friendly, thriving community!
Health has an enormous impact on peoples' lives, and lab results play a key role in providing physicians with information they need to accurately diagnose and treat their patients. Alberta Precision Labs (APL) is looking for a Medical Laboratory Assistant I to work in a fast-paced, public-facing Patient Service Centre (PSC). As a Medical Laboratory Assistant I, you will be responsible for a variety of laboratory functions including procurement, handling, processing, dispatching and testing of specimens, and performing ECGs on registered outpatients and community patients and monitor wait times to ensure we are providing best service to our patients. As the public face of APL, the successful candidate will work independently and with others in a patient-oriented, team-focused workplace that strives to be positive and respectful. As a subsidiary of Alberta Health Service (AHS), APL prides itself on the delivery of responsive diagnostic lab services to Albertans. This position includes a competitive salary, opportunities for professional development and comprehensive benefits. Make a difference in your community as you help healthcare professionals and patients get the information they need to improve, optimize, and maintain good health.
Description
As a Medical Laboratory Assistant I, you will provide high quality service to clients of the clinical laboratory in an effective, efficient and safe manner. You will be responsible for a variety of laboratory functions including procurement, handling, processing, dispatching and testing of specimens, performing procedures and reporting results.
Your Opportunity (1900 Character Limit)
Lloydminster is Canada's only Border City! Discover the city’s affordable housing, fine dining, and exciting local events including Summer Streetfest, Fallfest, Winterfest, Heritage Day and other year-round festivals. The local college serves more than 8,000 full-time and part-time students on its campuses in Lloydminster and Vermilion. Enjoy no more traffic jams, easy ability to get around this friendly, thriving community!
Health has an enormous impact on peoples' lives, and lab results play a key role in providing physicians with information they need to accurately diagnose and treat their patients. Alberta Precision Labs (APL) is looking for a Medical Laboratory Assistant I to work in a fast-paced, public-facing Patient Service Centre (PSC). As a Medical Laboratory Assistant I, you will be responsible for a variety of laboratory functions including procurement, handling, processing, dispatching and testing of specimens, and performing ECGs on registered outpatients and community patients and monitor wait times to ensure we are providing best service to our patients. As the public face of APL, the successful candidate will work independently and with others in a patient-oriented, team-focused workplace that strives to be positive and respectful. As a subsidiary of Alberta Health Service (AHS), APL prides itself on the delivery of responsive diagnostic lab services to Albertans. This position includes a competitive salary, opportunities for professional development and comprehensive benefits. Make a difference in your community as you help healthcare professionals and patients get the information they need to improve, optimize, and maintain good health.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications (1300 Character Limit)
Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.
Additional Required Qualifications (1500 Character Limit)
Previous Phlebotomy experience and ECG certification.
Preferred Qualifications (500 Character Limit)
At least 2 years of recent phlebotomy experience. ECG experience.
- Classification:
Laboratory Assistant I
- Union:
HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program:
PSC Specimen Receipt & Dispatch
- Primary Location:
Lloydminster - Plaza 44
- Location Details:
As Per Location
- Multi-Site:
Not Applicable
- FTE:
1.00
- Posting End Date:
25-MAY-2026
- Employee Class:
Regular Full Time
- Date Available:
15-JUN-2026
- Hours per Shift:
7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks:
2
- Shifts per cycle:
10
- Shift Pattern:
Days, Evenings, Weekends
- Days Off:
As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary:
$25.16
- Maximum Salary:
$31.36
- Vehicle Requirement:
Driver's License, Vehicle Provided
Required Qualifications:
Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Previous Phlebotomy experience and ECG certification.
Preferred Qualifications
At least 2 years of recent phlebotomy experience. ECG experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Laboratory Assistant I position at Alberta Precision Laboratories / APL?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Alberta Precision Laboratories / APL. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Laboratory Assistant I position at Alberta Precision Laboratories / APL located?
This position is based in Lloydminster. Alberta Precision Laboratories / APL has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Laboratory Assistant I at Alberta Precision Laboratories / APL earn?
Alberta Precision Laboratories / APL has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Laboratory Assistant I role at Alberta Precision Laboratories / APL posted?
This role was posted on May 15, 2026 (29 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
Is the Laboratory Assistant I role at Alberta Precision Laboratories / APL entry-level?
Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Alberta Precision Laboratories / APL has listed.
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