Laboratory Technologist I - Multiple Openings

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance up to $5,000

Provincial/Federal loan forgiveness

Comprehensive benefits

Four weeks vacation

Thirteen holidays

Scholarships

Employee discounts

Job summary

Island Health is hiring Laboratory Technologists to join laboratory teams across Vancouver Island, BC, including Victoria, Nanaimo, Campbell River, and more. Multiple openings cover full time, part time, casual and temporary roles.

Relocation assistance up to $5,000 may be available and some positions may qualify for loan forgiveness programs. Successful candidates will be registered Medical Laboratory Technologists (CSMLS or CAMLPR pathways) with a recognized diploma in Medical Laboratory

Qualifications

• Successful completion of recognized competency assessment exam and registration in CAMLPR or 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 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.

Education

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Laboratory Technologist I - Multiple Openings - (234306)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

Yes

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

VARIOUS

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$38.93 - $48.59

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75.00

Planned Start Date

Aug. 26 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

Come work as a Medical Laboratory Technologist with Island Health.

Island Health is seeking Laboratory Technologists to join Laboratory teams in cities and towns across Vancouver Island, BC (including, but not limited to Victoria, Nanaimo, Campbell River, Comox, Duncan, Port McNeill). Multiple openings are available, including full time, part time, casual and temporary positions.

Join the team at Island Health and use your exceptional Laboratory Technologist skills to provide quality care for our clients.

Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 may be available to eligible candidates.

These positions may qualify for Provincial and/or Federal Loan Forgiveness programs.

About Island Health

Island Health provides health and care services to more than 885,000 people on Vancouver Island, the islands in the Salish Sea and the Johnstone Strait, and mainland communities north of Powell River. With more than 30,000 health care professionals, including more than 3,000 doctors, nurse practitioners, midwives and dentists that make up our Medical Staff as well as 1,000 volunteers, and the dedicated support of 12 foundations and 19 active auxiliaries, Island Health delivers a broad range of health services, including: public health services, primary health care, home and community care, mental health and substance use services, acute care in hospitals, and much more across a huge and geographically diverse region.

Together, we are committed to providing superior health care through innovation, teaching and research and a commitment to quality and safety, creating healthier, stronger communities and a better quality of life for those we touch.

Island Health continues to be selected for top employer awards, including BC's Top Employer (2023). As an organization, we are committed to cultural safety and humility and we demonstrate this through our actions to address Indigenous specific racism, systemic racism and the ongoing impacts of colonialism.

Island Health is committed to creating a workplace that fosters diversity and inclusion by attracting, retaining and developing a talented and diverse workforce which broadly reflects the community and citizens we serve. As such, we encourage applications from individuals from all genders, backgrounds and underrepresented groups.

What We Offer

• Some positions will be eligible for an exceptional employer-paid benefits package including dental and prescription coverage, group life, long-term disability, and extensive extended health plan


• Most vacation entitlements start at four weeks with additional time accrued based on years of service


• Thirteen statutory holidays are observed annually


• For employees who have accrued sufficient sick leave credits, short-term sick leave benefits are provided if unable to work due to illness or injury


• Competitive wages


• Educational scholarships


• A premium employee discount program offering a range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel and more

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• 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

Come work with dedicated professionals who are enthusiastic and committed to provide quality healthcare to our patients, residents, and/or clients.