Laboratory Assistant

Provincial Health Services Authority; Port Moody; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in British Columbia is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to join their team at Eagle Ridge Hospital. The role involves specimen collection, preparation, and testing, along with clerical support duties. Ideal candidates will have Grade 12 education, lab training, and a commitment to cultural safety and anti-racism. This part-time position offers a competitive wage and benefits, contributing to improved healthcare outcomes across the province.

Benefits

Professional development

Flexible work options

Wellness resources

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 and recognized Lab Assistant training.
• One year of recent, related experience or equivalent education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge of Indigenous-specific mandates and cultural safety.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood and other specimens, label according to policies.
• Prepare specimens for analysis and perform clerical duties.
• Conduct laboratory tests and maintain equipment.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Interpersonal effectiveness

Physical ability to perform duties

Organizational skills

Equipment operation skills

Typing speed of 25 w.p.m.

Commitment to ongoing learning about Indigenous issues and anti-racism

Education

Completion of Grade 12

Recognized Lab Assistant training

One year of recent, related experience or equivalent education

Job description

LM Labs

Location: Port Moody, Eagle Ridge Hospital BC

The Laboratory Assistant performs specimen collection, preparation, testing, and related clerical functions.

What You’ll Do

1. Collect blood and other specimens, label with relevant information according to Fraser Health policies, including sweat, breath, capillary gases, venous and capillary blood samples, and assist in fine needle aspirations with clerical support.
2. Prepare specimens for analysis by centrifuging, aliquoting, and prioritizing distribution for Microbiology, Pathology, and Cytology, including assisting with gross exams. Stain, mount, and label slides.
3. Perform clerical duties such as data entry, communicating test results, and handling inquiries from health team members.
4. Maintain equipment, perform temperature checks, and report issues as per procedures.
5. Prepare reagents, media, and collection materials; receive, store, ship specimens, and handle pre- and post-analytical storage, including discarding specimens per protocols.
6. Load specimens on barcode-enhanced automated and semi-automated equipment.
7. Conduct laboratory tests like urine dipsticks, glucose tests, occult blood, pregnancy tests, and microbiology plating.
8. Keep a clean and safe work environment, stock supplies, and perform inventory management.
9. Schedule appointments, verify patient registration, and assist with ECG testing.
10. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 and recognized Lab Assistant training.
• One year of recent, related experience or equivalent education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge of Indigenous-specific mandates, cultural safety, and humility, including understanding systemic racism and colonial impacts on Indigenous Peoples.
• Understanding legislative obligations and commitments such as TRC Calls to Action, UNDRIP, and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

Core Competencies

• Understanding of Indigenous-specific and systemic racism, with initiatives to promote safety and belonging.
• Awareness of social, economic, and political realities affecting Indigenous Peoples and commitment to anti-racism and cultural safety.

Skills & Knowledge

• Effective communication skills.
• Interpersonal effectiveness.
• Physical ability to perform duties.
• Organizational skills.
• Equipment operation skills.
• Typing speed of 25 w.p.m.
• Commitment to ongoing learning about Indigenous issues and anti-racism.

What We Bring

PHSA values your contribution and offers professional development, benefits, flexible work options, and wellness resources. Join BC’s largest employer and help improve healthcare outcomes across the province.

Job Details

• Type: Regular, Part-Time
• Wage: $29.27/hour + benefits or time in lieu
• Location: 475 Guildford Wy, Port Moody, BC (Eagle Ridge Hospital)
• Closing Date: Applications accepted until filled
• Hours: Days, nights, evenings, weekends
• Requisition #: 183168E

Additional Information

Support for BC Provincial Nominee Program nominations is not guaranteed. Internal applicants must apply via internaljobs.phsa.ca before May 12, 2025. Contact details for internal applications are provided.