Medical Lab Technologist (BCGEU), Mid Low Chemistry

LifeLabs; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeLabs in British Columbia is seeking detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Technologists to perform clinical testing, quality control, and analyzer maintenance across laboratory disciplines. You will ensure accurate patient results while upholding safety and regulatory standards, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

The role is permanent with casual scheduling, offering variable shifts and the opportunity to work collaboratively in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• Registration through CAMLPR pathways or CSMLS certification required.
• Recent experience in the relevant laboratory discipline 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

Problem solving

Organizational

Windows

Lab software

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

CAMLPR registration

CSMLS certification

Tools

Lab equipment

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: Permanent, Casual (between 0 and 37.5 hours per week)
Shift: Variable shift requirements
Discipline: Mid Low Chemistry
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.