Open Learning Faculty Role in MLA Training

Drive success in medical education as an Open Learning Faculty Member at Thompson Rivers University. You will facilitate learning for Medical Laboratory Assistants focusing on essential lab skills and procedures.

This faculty role will provide support and guidance to students pursuing practical lab skills in a hands-on environment at TRU. Responsibilities include teaching venipuncture, specimen processing, and the ethical standards required in medical settings. With an estimated 75-85 students each year, your influence will help shape the careers of future laboratory professionals.

Key Responsibilities:
• Explain the roles of Medical Laboratory Assistants clearly
• Illustrate the importance of confidentiality in labs
• Lead on urine specimen collection and preparation
• Perform blood specimen centrifugation and aliquoting
• Supervise microbiology specimen accessioning and staining

Requirements:
• Medical Laborat...