Combined Laboratory/X-Ray Technologist

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Combined Laboratory/X-Ray Technologist to join their dedicated team. This role focuses on patient safety and quality improvements, requiring expertise in laboratory and imaging procedures. You'll be responsible for managing requisitions, conducting tests, and maintaining equipment while fostering effective relationships with patients and colleagues. If you thrive in a multidisciplinary environment and are passionate about healthcare, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a difference in patient care. Join us in delivering top-notch healthcare services to our community.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized program or equivalent experience required.
• 1 year recent related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and complete requisitions and reports.
• Perform general imaging procedures and routine laboratory testing.
• Monitor patients and prepare supplies and equipment.

Skills

Emergent Situations Response

Workload Coordination

Effective Communication

Public Relations

Independent Work

Team Collaboration

Equipment Operation

Typing Speed (30 WPM)

Education

Graduation from a recognized combined Laboratory/Medical Radiography Technician Program

1 year recent related experience

Tools

Computerized Patient Data Systems

Job description

Combined Laboratory/X-Ray Technologist - (213809)

Close Date: May 9, 2025

Location: West Coast General Hospital - Port Alberni, BC V9Y 4S1 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only): Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement: None specified

Shift Start Time/End Time: 0700-1500, 0800-1600, 0900-1700, 1000-1800, 1530-2330, 2315-0715

Days Off: Rotating

Vacancy Type: Regular Part-Time

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $36.69 - $45.81

Paid FTE: 0.84

Worked Bi-Weekly Hours: 60

Planned Start Date: May 20, 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY): Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? Yes (Criminal Record Check required due to working with or having access to children or vulnerable adults)

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. Continuous quality and safety improvements are inherent in this position.

Reporting to the Supervisor or designate, the Laboratory Combined Technologist is responsible for receiving and completing requisitions, forms, and reports; monitoring patients; performing general imaging procedures, including archiving acquired images; conducting routine Laboratory and ECG testing; utilizing computerized patient data systems; and preparing and monitoring supplies and equipment.

Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience

Graduation from a recognized combined Laboratory/Medical Radiography Technician Program; or one (1) year recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Determine and respond to emergent situations.
• Organize, prioritize, and coordinate workload effectively.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, and other healthcare providers.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Foster good public relations.
• Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Operate related equipment, including computerized systems.
• Keyboard at 30 words per minute.
• Perform duties physically and emotionally.