Medical Lab Technologist (BCGEU), High Volume Chemistry

LifeLabs LP; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeLabs LP in Burnaby is seeking a detail‑oriented Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform clinical testing, quality control, and analyzer maintenance. You will ensure accurate patient results while upholding safety, regulatory standards, and quality initiatives.

The role requires CAMLPR or CSMLS certification, with experience in a fast-paced lab. Graveyard shifts are available, and ongoing professional development is supported.

Qualifications

• Registration with CAMLPR or CSMLS certification is required.
• Recent experience in the relevant laboratory discipline is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills are essential.
• Proficiency with Windows-based systems and laboratory software is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical testing and release accurate patient results.
• Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory analyzers and equipment.
• Conduct and monitor quality control procedures; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Validate new reagent lots and support implementation of new methods and instrumentation.
• Utilize laboratory information systems for processing, management and reporting of results.
• Participate in external proficiency testing and validations after software upgrades.
• Maintain specimen handling, storage, and test-specific protocols.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Registration through CAMLPR pathways

CSMLS certification

Tools

MS Windows-based systems

Laboratory software

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Technologists to perform clinical testing, quality control, and analyzer maintenance to ensure accurate and timely patient results across laboratory disciplines. The successful candidate will uphold laboratory quality, safety, and regulatory standards while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Status: Full Time
Schedule: Will be scheduled for Graveyard shifts (8PM-4AM is the earliest that is eligible for graveyard premium), HVC Graveyard shift is currently 22:00-06:00
Additional Requirements: NA
Number of positions: 1
Start Date: ASAP
Union: This is part of the BCGEU collective agreement

This vacancy is for an existing position.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform clinical testing and release accurate patient results in accordance with established protocols.
• Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory analyzers and equipment.
• Conduct and monitor quality control procedures; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Validate new reagent lots and support implementation of new methods and instrumentation.
• Utilize laboratory information systems for specimen processing, test management, and result reporting.
• Participate in external proficiency testing and post‑software upgrade validations.
• Maintain expertise in specimen handling, critical values, rejection criteria, storage requirements, and test-specific protocols.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory quality standards, safety policies, WHMIS, and chemical hygiene regulations.
• Support team effectiveness through training, documentation updates, and process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of patient and organizational information.

Qualifications

• Registration through CAMLPR pathways or certification with CSMLS.
• Recent experience in the relevant laboratory discipline is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Windows-based systems and laboratory software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.