Laboratory Technologist I

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Alert Bay; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Core Laboratory Technologist based in Alert Bay, BC. The successful candidate will perform critical laboratory procedures and ensure high standards of patient care. This role requires CSMLS certification and experience in core lab functions.

The position demands flexibility for on-call duties and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple sites including Port Hardy Hospital and Port McNeill Hospital.

Qualifications

• CSMLS certified with a diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Recent experience in core laboratory procedures within the last 6 years.

Responsibilities

• Perform established laboratory procedures in hematology, chemistry, and transfusion medicine.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Communication

Knowledge of laboratory testing

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Independence

Conflict resolution

Education

CSMLS certification as a Medical Laboratory Technologist

Graduation from a recognized Medical Laboratory Technology diploma program

Job description

Cormorant Island Community Health Centre (CICHC) – Alert Bay, BC V0N 1A0 CA

Port Alice Health Centre (PAH) – Port Alice, BC V0N 2No CA

Port Hardy Hospital (PHH) – Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 CA (Primary)

Port McNeill Hospital (PMH) – Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0 CA

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 responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The Department of Laboratory Medicine, Pathology and Medical Genetics (LMPMG) is committed to enhancing patient care through the provision of consistently high quality laboratory services.

Reporting to the Supervisor or delegate, the Core Laboratory Technologist 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 related courses within the last two years or one (1) year recent, related experience within the last six years in the core laboratory section of the laboratory, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to communicate and deal effectively with patients/residents, families, staff, physicians, research staff, and other health care providers.
• Demonstrated current knowledge of relevant core laboratory testing, techniques, methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of legislations and government policies and procedures related to laboratory technology.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize issues and workload, and complete assigned work.
• Ability to operate related equipment, including computerized information systems.
• Demonstrated ability to demonstrate procedures to other employees and students.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

This is a cross‑site position based at Port Hardy Hospital (PHH) and Port McNeill Hospital (PMH), with an expectation of on‑call coverage, evenings, and weekends.