Medical Laboratory Assistant

Interior Health; Castlegar; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer paid training/education

Generous Vacation Entitlement

Employer Paid Health Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Shift Premiums

Competitive wages

Job summary

Interior Health is seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our Medical Laboratory Department at Castlegar and District Community Health Centre in Castlegar, BC. The role involves taking blood and specimen samples, preparing them for analysis, and performing routine tests in a fast-paced setting.

This permanent part-time (0.41) position offers day shifts, a supportive team, and opportunities for training.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and successful completion of a recognized Laboratory Assistant training program.
• One year of recent related experience or equivalent combination of education and training.
• Ability to type 25 WPM with a valid typing test dated within the past 48 months.

Responsibilities

• Take blood and specimen samples from patients and prepare samples for analysis.
• Perform routine laboratory tests and distribute specimens to departments or outside laboratories.
• Enter data into the Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and perform related clerical duties and ECG testing as required.

Skills

Blood collection

Specimen preparation

Data entry

ECG testing

Education

Laboratory Assistant training program

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

Position Summary

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our Medical Laboratory Department at Castlegar and District Community Health Centre in Castlegar, BC. If Medical Laboratory Science is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment,

Who We Are

Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.

What We Offer

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages

About the Job

The friendly town of Castlegar is located in the scenic Columbia Valley where the Kootenay and Columbia Rivers meet. Situated in the Selkirk Mountain Range of British Columbia between Vancouver and Calgary, it is a hub for commercial activity in the area. The amicable climate and breathtaking scenery of Castlegar contribute to an enjoyable lifestyle with unlimited recreational activities year‑round.

Medical Laboratory Assistants perform a variety of duties such as taking blood and specimen samples from patients, preparing blood and other specimen for analysis, performing routine laboratory tests, distributing specimens to departments and outside Laboratories, operating related equipment, entering data into the Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and performing related clerical duties and ECG testing as required.

This is a Permanent Part Time (0.41) opportunity.

Shifts of work will be scheduled day shift.

About this Location

Nestled in the heart of the West Kootenays, Castlegar is a picturesque town surrounded by mountains, rivers, and forests, and a haven for outdoor enthusiasts with activities like hiking, biking, skiing, and kayaking right at your doorstep. Nearby resorts such as Red Mountain and Whitewater offer world‑class skiing in the winter, while the Columbia & Western Railway Trail is perfect for summer adventures.

The town’s vibrant arts scene, local cafes, and craft breweries add to its charm, while events like the Castlegar & District Fall Fair and Festival of Lights create a welcoming community atmosphere. Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills or a peaceful, small‑town lifestyle, Castlegar offers the perfect balance of both in a stunning natural setting.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers!

Ready to love where you live and work?

Qualfications

• Grade 12, successful completion of a recognized Laboratory Assistant training program, plus one year's recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Canadian Driver’s License as required by position.
• Ability to type 25 WPM *5 minute invigilated typing test dated within the past 48 months from an approved institution.
• Please note we do not accept self-administered online tests*.