Medical Laboratory Assistant and Phlebotomist
Medical laboratory assistants and phlebotomists are working through New Brunswick’s healthcare system in the province’s hospitals, clinical labs, medical and surgical centers, blood donation centers, and government facilities. They have the skills to perform laboratory tests and operate lab equipment. They collect and log samples from patients for testing and analysis such as blood, tissue, or other samples. Every day in New Brunswick, medical laboratory assistants and phlebotomists carefully collect specimens from patients and/or staff, check their condition, and ensure the specimens are sent to the appropriate staff/department. Sample security and integrity is an important facet of day-to-day healthcare delivery, and individuals who choose this profession are disciplined and detail oriented. Our healthcare professionals and patients in New Brunswick depend on it.
Medical laboratory assistants and phlebotomists are often responsible for greeting patients and recording their health information before collecting the samples. To become a lab assistant/phlebotomist, you need training in phlebotomy techniques, maintaining equipment, and quality assurance. Maintenance of the phlebotomy room may be your responsibility too. If you choose a medical laboratory assistant/phlebotomist career in New Brunswick, there are a variety of rural and urban opportunities in our hospitals, clinics, and other settings.