Laboratory Clerk

Northern Health; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent health care organization in Canada is looking for an experienced Laboratory Clerk. The ideal candidate will support a busy laboratory through various data entry tasks, manage specimens, and perform clerical duties. Qualifications include Grade 12 and two years of relevant experience. The position offers a robust benefits package, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to work in a beautiful location with diverse activities.

Benefits

Comprehensive health/dental benefits

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training opportunities

Outdoor activities and short commutes

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of recent related experience or equivalent education and training.

Responsibilities

• Perform data entry functions and manage specimens.
• Provide clerical and receptionist duties.
• Assist in laboratory processes as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Physical ability to perform duties

Work organization

Typing speed 45 w.p.m.

Education

Grade 12

Medical terminology

Job description

Position Summary

Northern Health is looking for an experienced, highly efficient, and self‑directed Laboratory Clerk to support the Laboratory department. Reporting to the Chief Technologist or designate, the Laboratory Clerk performs data entry functions; receives, sorts, and verifies specimens against requisition/physicians' orders; accession specimens; and provides clerical and receptionist duties such as answering the telephone and filing for the department.

Shift Rotation / Hours of Work

Monday to Friday, Days – 08:00 to 12:00

Haida Gwaii Hospital and Health Centre – Xaayda Gwaay Ngaaysdll Naay

Physicians and staff are part of a community‑run project in health care delivery designed to give a team approach to health care. The Haida Gwaii Hospital and Health Centre – Xaayda Gwaay Ngaaysdll Naay opened in 2016. The new facility, which serves a population of 3,000, features a modernized environment for the delivery of public and mental health and addictions programs, and home and community care services. The newly reconfigured hospital layout benefits the delivery of acute and emergency services including:

• 8 Acute Care beds
• 1 labour, delivery, and recovery suite
• Designated program space for Diagnostic Imaging, Laboratory, and Pharmacy
• 8 Long‑term Care beds

Daajing Giids

Daajing Giids is an archipelago of about 250 islands located off the northwest coast of BC. It is the centrally located community at the south end of Graham Island. Known as the Galapagos of British Columbia, the islands are a rain forest of natural beauty and wildlife. Haida and settler cultures add to the diversity while the mild climate allows for lush vegetation and abundant wildlife. The community includes a hospital, school, and churches within a beautiful pristine rainforest of the west coast.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part‑time and full‑time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial support for moving expenses; incentive available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer‑paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• Loan forgiveness programs offered through the federal and BC governments for eligible professions

IMPORTANT NOTE

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.

Examples may include program certificates or diplomas, high school/college/university transcripts, etc. It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

Qualifications

Grade 12, medical terminology, and two (2) years' 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.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to type 45 w.p.m.

Who We Are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community‑based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC. There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long‑term care facilities, public health units, and many other offices providing specialized services.