Laboratory Technologist I

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Nanaimo; Hybrid; CAD 52.000 - 68.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform hematology, chemistry and transfusion medicine procedures as part of the Core Laboratory. The role reports to the Supervisor and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to ensure high quality patient care.

Ideal candidates hold CAMLPR/CSMLS certification with a diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology and have recent core laboratory experience. Pending start date aligns with operational needs.

Qualifikationen

• Completion of recognized MLT diploma program and CAMLPR/CSMLS certification as a Medical Laboratory Technologist.
• Registration in the relevant field(s) of practice per CAMLPR/CSMLS pathways or equivalent.
• Experience in core laboratory sections or recent related coursework/experience.

Aufgaben

• Perform established laboratory procedures in hematology, chemistry and transfusion medicine as directed by supervisor.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, staff and physicians.
• Operate related laboratory equipment and computerized information systems.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Laboratory testing knowledge

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Independent work

Equipment operation

Ausbildung

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology

CSMLS/CAMLPR registration

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Jobbeschreibung

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Regular PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$38.93 - $48.59

Paid FTE

0.74

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

52.5

Planned Start Date

Jun. 23 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)

Yes

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.