Medical Laboratory Assistant

Interior Health; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Medical Laboratory Assistant at a state-of-the-art facility. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to essential laboratory services, ensuring patient care is at the forefront. With a commitment to employee well-being and professional growth, you’ll thrive in a supportive environment while enjoying the vibrant lifestyle of Kamloops. Experience the blend of city life and outdoor adventure, all while being part of a team recognized among Canada’s Top Employers. If you are passionate about making a difference, apply today!

Benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer-paid training/education opportunities

Generous Vacation Entitlement

Employer Paid Health Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Shift Premiums

Competitive wages

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a recognized Laboratory Assistant training program.
• One year's recent, related experience or an equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

• Collecting blood and specimen samples from patients.
• Preparing specimens for analysis and distributing them to departments.
• Entering data into the Laboratory Information System (LIS).

Skills

Blood Sample Collection

Specimen Preparation

Data Entry

Clerical Duties

Education

Grade 12

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 Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops, BC. If Medical Laboratory Science is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible, and motivated individual interested in working in a fast-paced environment, apply today!

Who We Are

Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We promote well-being and work-life balance within our team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our goal of improving the health and well-being of everyone in the Interior Health region, from our employees to the populations 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 Royal Inland Hospital (RIH) Laboratory aims to provide safe, convenient, respectful, and accessible laboratory services to our patients. Services include chemistry, hematology, microbiology, histopathology, cytology, and transfusion medicine. RIH is a tertiary hospital with a 24/7 operation and state-of-the-art equipment, serving as a regional referral site.

Medical Laboratory Assistants perform duties such as collecting blood and specimen samples from patients, preparing specimens for analysis, distributing specimens to departments and outside labs, operating related equipment, entering data into the Laboratory Information System (LIS), and performing clerical duties as required.

This is a Relief Full Time (1.00) opportunity until the return of the incumbent.

About this Location

Located at the confluence of the North and South Thompson Rivers, Kamloops offers a blend of city life and outdoor adventure. Known for its sunny weather, the city is a hub for skiing at Sun Peaks Resort in winter, and hiking, mountain biking, and golf in warmer months.

Kamloops’ vibrant downtown features dining, shopping, and cultural attractions, with surrounding landscapes offering endless exploration opportunities. The community's diversity and active lifestyle make it an exciting place to live and work.

Join our team and discover why we’re recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and B.C’s Top Employers! Explore our benefits, career growth opportunities, and the lifestyle in one of Canada’s most beautiful regions. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!

Qualifications

• 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 the position
• Ability to type 25 WPM. A 5-minute invigilated typing test, dated within the past 48 months from an approved institution, is required. Self-administered online tests are not accepted.