Laboratory Technologist I

Island Health; Central Saanich; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health seeks a Laboratory Technologist I to strengthen their laboratory services in accordance with their core values. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology and CSMLS certification, along with the ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders. This entry-level position emphasizes teamwork, critical thinking, and adherence to safety protocols in a vibrant healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in a core laboratory setting preferred.
• Knowledge of laboratory procedures and legislations.
• Physical ability to carry out laboratory duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform established laboratory procedures including hematology and chemistry.
• Ensure patient and staff safety in accordance with laboratory standards.
• Collaborate effectively within the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Education

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology

Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science certification

Job description

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Job Description

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.

Job Description

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.
  
  

Link To Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD591.pdf

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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