Laboratory Technologist I

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Salt Spring Island Electoral Area; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Lady Minto Hospital, Salt Spring Island) seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform hematology, chemistry and transfusion testing, under supervision. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork within the Department of Laboratory Medicine, Pathology and Medical Genetics.

Responsibilities include maintaining quality control, communicating results, and supporting staff training.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Medical Laboratory Technology diploma program.
• Registration in CAMLPR pathways or CSMLS certification as Medical Laboratory Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Perform established laboratory procedures across hematology, chemistry and transfusion medicine.
• Report findings to the supervisor and maintain accuracy and quality in all tests.

Skills

Communication

Core lab testing knowledge

Legislation knowledge

Team collaboration

Conflict resolution

Independent work

Equipment operation

Procedural demonstration

Physical ability

Education

Medical Laboratory Technology Diploma

CAMLPR/CSMLS registration

Core lab courses or recent related experience

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Lady Minto Hospital (LMH) - Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 1T1 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0700-1500,1100-1900

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Regular PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$38.93 - $48.59

Paid FTE

0.3

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

22.5

Planned Start Date

Sep. 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)

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; and
• Graduation from a recognized diploma program in Medical Laboratory Technology; and
• 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.

Job also has On-call 1900-0700, ferry is covered