Laboratory Technologist I

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 67,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Moving allowances

Provincial recruitment initiatives

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform established procedures across hematology, chemistry and transfusion medicine.

Reporting to the Supervisor, you will uphold quality and safety, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and communicate effectively with patients and health professionals. Successful completion of a recognized MLT diploma and CAMLPR/CSMLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized diploma program in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Registration in CAMLPR/CMLS or CSMLS certification as a Medical Laboratory Technologist.
• Completion of core laboratory courses within the last two years or related recent experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform established laboratory procedures in hematology, chemistry and transfusion medicine.
• Report to Supervisor or delegate and ensure quality and safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, staff and physicians while working in an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Independent work

Equipment operation

Conflict resolution

Prioritization

Education

Medical Laboratory Technology Diploma

CSMLS/CAMLPR certification

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0600-1400,0700-1500,0800-1600,0900-1700,1030-1830,1400-2200,1500-2300,1600-0000,2200-0600

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Regular PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$38.93 - $48.59

Paid FTE

0.74

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

52.50

Planned Start Date

Jun. 15 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 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

Successful completion of recognized competency assessment exam and registration in the relevant field(s) of practice in accordance with the Canadian Alliance of Medical Laboratory Professionals Regulators (CAMLPR) pathways, or certification with the 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 position may be eligible for provincial recruitment initiatives and moving allowances.