Medical Lab Technologist (BCGEU LAB) - Microbiology - Temporary Full Time- Day & Evening Shift- Surrey, BC

LifeLabs; Surrey; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeLabs in Surrey, BC is seeking a detail‑oriented Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform clinical testing, quality control, and instrument maintenance across disciplines. You will uphold safety, regulatory standards, and contribute to timely patient results.

The role requires registration with CAMLPR or CSMLS, and recent microbiology experience. You will work in a fast-paced lab, supporting accuracy and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Registration through CAMLPR pathways or CSMLS.
• Experience within the last 5 years in Microbiology preferred.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Education

CAMLPR pathways or CSMLS

Tools

Windows-based systems

Laboratory software

Job description

Job Title: Medical Lab Technologist

Vacancy status: This posting is for an existing position.

Status: Temporary, Full Time
Schedule: Primarily Tuesday through Saturday, but may vary based on business needs

Shifts: May start or end between 5:00 AM and 12:30 AM. Exact hours are not guaranteed and may change.

Discipline: Microbiology
Number of positions: 1
Start Date: ASAP
Union: This is part of the BCGEU LAB collective agreement.

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.

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.


• Experience within the last 5 years in Microbiology preferred


• 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.