Laboratory Technologist I - (213598)

Island Health; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Core Laboratory Technologist to enhance patient care through high-quality laboratory services. The successful candidate will perform laboratory procedures and ensure safety and quality in accordance with the organization's values. Applicants must have CSMLS certification and relevant educational background.

Qualifications

• CSMLS certification required.
• Graduation from a recognized diploma program in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Recent experience in core laboratory section preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform established laboratory procedures, including hematology, chemistry, and transfusion medicine.
• Report to the Supervisor or delegate.
• Ensure patient and staff safety in laboratory practices.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of core laboratory testing

Conflict resolution

Critical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Proficiency in operating equipment

Education

CSMLS certification as a Medical Laboratory Technologist

Graduation from a recognized diploma program in Medical Laboratory Technology

Completion of core laboratory courses within the last two years

Job description

Job Description: Core Laboratory Technologist

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. The commitment to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in this position.

The Department of Laboratory Medicine, Pathology and Medical Genetics (LMPMG) aims to enhance patient care through high-quality laboratory services.

Reporting Structure: The Core Laboratory Technologist reports to the Supervisor or delegate and performs established laboratory procedures, including hematology, chemistry, and transfusion medicine.

Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience

• Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) certification as a Medical Laboratory Technologist.
• Graduation from a recognized diploma program in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Completion of core laboratory courses within the last two years, or recent related experience within the last six years in the core laboratory section, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication skills with patients/residents, families, staff, physicians, research staff, and other healthcare providers.
• Current knowledge of core laboratory testing, techniques, methods, and procedures.
• Knowledge of relevant legislations and government policies related to laboratory technology.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Conflict resolution, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and complete assigned work.
• Proficiency in operating related equipment, including computerized information systems.
• Ability to demonstrate procedures to colleagues and students.
• Physical capability to perform the duties required by the position.

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