Laboratory Technologist I - Multiple Openings - (207106)

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

Job summary

A healthcare provider in British Columbia is hiring Medical Laboratory Technologists for various full-time, part-time, and casual positions. Ideal candidates should hold CSMLS certification and have recent relevant experience. Competitive wage of $36.69 - $45.81 per hour and benefits including relocation assistance of up to $5,000, extended health coverage, and vacation time. The organization promotes diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Competitive Wages

Extended health benefits

4 weeks of vacation

13 statutory holidays

Sick pay

Pension plan

Educational scholarships

Employee discount program

Qualifications

• CSMLS certification as a Medical Laboratory Technologist is required.
• Graduation from a recognized program in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• 1-year related experience in relevant laboratory section is preferred.

Skills

Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) certification

Recent experience in laboratory section

Completion of relevant courses

Education

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Island Health is hiring Medical Laboratory Technologists to join our Rehabilitation team on Vancouver Island. Multiple openings are available for full-time, part-time, casual and temporary positions. Shifts of work will vary as multiple openings are available. Apply today so that we can connect with you about schedules, locations and more details.

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

What We Offer

• Relocation Assistance: Relocation Assistance of up to $5,000 may be available to eligible candidates.
• Competitive Wage: $36.69 - $45.81 per hour
• Benefits: Extended health (medical, dental), 4 weeks vacation, 13 statutory holidays, accrued sick pay, pension plan, educational scholarships, premium employee discount program.

Qualifications

• 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 courses relevant to discipline or section within the last two years or one (1) year recent, related experience within the last six years in the relevant section of the laboratory, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

About Island Health

Island Health provides health and care services to more than 930,000people on Vancouver Island, the islands in the Salish Sea and the Johnstone Strait, and mainland communities north of Powell River. With more than 31,000 health care professionals, including more than 3,000 doctors, nurse practitioners, midwives and dentists that make up our Medical Staff, as well as 1,500 dedicated volunteers. 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 BCs Top Employer (2025). 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.

Please reach out to our Indigenous Employee Experience team for support with your application if you identify as Indigenous at [e-mail]

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.

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