Laboratory Assistant - BCGEU - Part Time Regular - Courtenay, BC

Lifelabs LP; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Group Benefits

Retirement Savings Plan

Vacation and Wellness Days

Job summary

LifeLabs LP is hiring a Laboratory Assistant in Courtenay, BC. This part-time role involves the specimen collection process, and the responsibilities include greeting patients, performing phlebotomies, and maintaining client relationships.

The ideal candidate should have experience in phlebotomy or a Medical Laboratory Assistant program. The position offers various benefits including health coverage and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in phlebotomy, intravenous infusion, or intravenous therapy.
• ECG training or experience is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and explain specimen collection process.
• Perform phlebotomies and maintain client relationships.
• Complete data entry related to test results.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical Laboratory Assistant program

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Education

Completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant program

Job description

Laboratory Assistant - BCGEU - Part Time Regular - Courtenay, BC

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 7:00 AM

As a Laboratory Assistant you will be responsible for the specimen collection process, from greeting patients through to preparation of specimens for transportation. This is an important role in patient care and our business and will let you see the difference that you make in patients’ lives.

Status: Part-Time Regular Schedule: 20-37.5 hours per week. Must be available Monday through Saturday. Various shifts and schedules depending on operational demands. Additional requirements: Float role covers both Courtenay and Campbell River PSCs. Number of openings: 1 Start date: ASAP Union: This is part of the BCGEU collective agreement.

This vacancy is for an existing position.

Responsibilities

• Greet and request required information from patients, explain the specimen collection process, and ensure patients have followed necessary test protocol prior to specimen collection.
• Perform phlebotomies, connect/disconnect holter monitors, 24‑hour blood pressure monitoring, and perform ECG tracings.
• Perform special test collections, such as medical/legal drug screens, paternity tests, and clinical trials, and complete related documentation.
• Maintain client relationships, including responding to inquiries and following up on requests.
• Complete data entry of required patient demographics, requisition information, and other information related to processing test results.
• Prepare specimens for transportation and testing.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent related experience such as working as a healthcare professional with previous training or experience in phlebotomy, intravenous infusion and/or intravenous therapy (e.g. nurses, infusion therapist, cardiac technologist, etc.).
• ECG training or experience is an asset.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain the strictest standards of patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Ability to effectively relate to patients and healthcare providers.

Benefits & Compensation

LifeLabs’ compensation programs are commensurate based on the role, skill, effort, responsibility and working conditions, irrespective of gender, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age or any other personal characteristics. Pay programs are communicated regularly in an accessible and transparent manner.

In addition to a competitive compensation package, LifeLabs provides a comprehensive total rewards program, specific to the job position. Your package may include:

• Employee Group Benefits: Competitive coverage for employees and their families to support their overall health and wellness needs, including Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Vacation and Wellness Days
• Employee Wellness and Giving Programs: Our award‑winning mental, physical and financial wellness programs aim to address the comprehensive well‑being of our team members, including resources like the Employee & Family Assistance Program, financial planning tools, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs, including WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc., and optional health‑related benefits.

In accordance with LifeLabs’ Accessibility Policy, and the applicable Accessibility Acts within the provinces we operate in, accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or [e-mail] .

Vaccinations are highly encouraged at LifeLabs. Vaccinations and/or immunization screening may be mandatory for selected employees if regulated by provincial or regional governments, or through employer‑led vaccination policies in the facilities we service. Please ensure you ask if this position requires the successful candidate to be vaccinated or undergo immunization screening.

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