Laboratory Technologist I - (217544)

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

Job summary

A regional health authority in Victoria is seeking a Core Laboratory Technologist to perform laboratory procedures in hematology and chemistry. The ideal candidate should have CSMLS certification and a diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology. Responsibilities include effective communication with patients and healthcare staff and working collaboratively in a team environment. This role emphasizes continuous improvement of quality and safety in patient care.

Qualifications

• CSMLS certification as a Medical Laboratory Technologist required.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program.
• Completion of core laboratory related courses within two years or one year of recent experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform established laboratory procedures including hematology and chemistry.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare staff.
• Work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Communication

Knowledge of core laboratory testing

Conflict resolution

Critical thinking

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science certification

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology

Tools

Computerized information systems

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.

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