Laboratory Assistant - Microbiology

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority invites applications for a Laboratory Assistant in Microbiology at Royal Jubilee Hospital, Victoria, BC. You will prepare, package and quality-check microbiology plates and tubes, and handle receipt and accessioning of specimens for analysis or shipment.

This full-time role features evening shifts (1800–0200) with 75 bi-weekly hours and a focus on patient safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 plus completion of a recognized Lab Assistant training program.
• One year of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively, deal with others, and perform physical duties of the role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package and quality-control microbiology plates and tubes; receipt, accessioning and preparation of specimens for analysis or shipment.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Education

Grade 12

Lab Assistant training program

1 year related experience

Job description

Laboratory Assistant - Microbiology - (236452)

Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

1800-0200

Days Off

Saturday, Sunday

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$31.06 - $31.06

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Oct. 13 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

No

Job Description

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Vancouver Island Health Authority patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Responsible for the preparation, packaging and quality control of prepared microbiology plates and tubes, and for the receipt, accessioning, and preparation of Microbiology specimens for analysis or shipment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, successful completion of a recognized Lab Assistant training program plus one year recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.