LEAD, MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST

Northern Health

Fort St. James

On-site

CAD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation leave

Moving expense support

Employee referral program

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a Laboratory Services Leader to oversee the administrative and technical management of the Laboratory Department. You will supervise staff, manage budgets and records, and ensure quality assurance across all operations.

Reporting to the Health Service Administrator, you will implement strategies aligned with NH priorities, while coordinating policies and performance measures to deliver high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

Graduate of a recognized program in Medical Laboratory Technology with BSc MSc level.
Administrative training in management is preferred.
Current certification with the Canadian Society of Laboratory Technologists is required.
Minimum five years related experience with supervisory level is expected.

Responsibilities

Oversee administrative and technical management of the Laboratory Department, including policies, budgets, reports, and records.
Plan, organize, and direct work of Laboratory staff to ensure quality assurance.
Maintain and monitor quality assurance programs and laboratory standards.
Coordinate on-call rotations and ensure responsive laboratory service.

Skills

Effective communication

Staff supervision

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Team collaboration

Performance measurement

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science

Advanced Registered Technologist Certificate

Administrative Management Certificate

Canadian Society of Laboratory Technologists Certification

Job description

Position Summary

Are you looking for that career that will allow you to combine your clinical expertise and your proven leadership skills? If you feel, you can deliver success by implementing strategies that focus the efforts of individuals on business goals, individual goals, team goals and translating them into positive outcomes – we want to hear from you.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Regional Director and reporting to the Health Service Administrator or designate, this position is responsible for the overall administrative and technical management of the Laboratory Department and its operations including policies, procedures, budgets, reports, personnel, and records. Plans, organizes, and directs the work of the Laboratory staff in all areas ensuring that suitable quality assurance is maintained.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:

07:00 to 17:30, Rotating. Rotating type schedule, Monday to Thursday one week and Tuesday to Friday the next. Plus, On Call is mandatory. Being on call is an integral part of this position.

Qualfications

Graduate of a recognized program in Medical Laboratory Technology. Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science or Advanced Registered Technologist Certificate required.
Successful completion of an administrative training program such as a Canadian Hospital Association Departmental Management Certificate.
Current certification with the Canadian Society of Laboratory Technologists.
Five (5) years recent related experience, two of which would have been at a supervisory level or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Physical and mental ability to carry out duties of position.
Ability to plan, organise and supervise the department work and staff.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Ability to cooperate and deal effectively with others.
Ability to establish standards and objectives, measure performance and take corrective action as a means of controlling laboratory service.

Where you will be working:

Facility:

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Nats’oojeh Hospital and Health Centre

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Fort St. James

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice
Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

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