Medical Laboratory Assistant

Interior Health Authority; Penticton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health authority is looking for a dedicated Medical Laboratory Assistant to join their dynamic team at a leading regional hospital. This role involves taking blood samples, preparing specimens for analysis, and performing routine lab tests in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to employee well-being and a supportive workplace culture, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the health of the community while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Penticton. If you are passionate about medical laboratory science and eager to grow your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

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

• Experience in Medical Laboratory Science with strong data entry skills.
• Ability to perform specimen collection and routine lab tests.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood and specimen sampling from patients.
• Prepare specimens for analysis and distribute to departments.
• Operate lab equipment and perform clerical duties as required.

Skills

Medical Laboratory Science

Data Entry

Specimen Collection

Clerical Duties

Education

Certification in Medical Laboratory Technology

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our Medical Laboratory Department at Penticton Regional Hospital in Penticton, 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, apply today!

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

We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:

1. Employee & Family Assistance Program
2. Employer paid training/education opportunities
3. Generous Vacation Entitlement
4. Employer Paid Health Benefits
5. Municipal Pension Plan
6. Shift Premiums
7. Competitive wages

About The Job

Penticton Regional Hospital is a referral centre for three community hospitals and one diagnostic centre in the South Okanagan. Our Emergency department sees upwards of 36k visits and we have 129 acute beds and 102 extended care beds and offer a full range of health services to the community.

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

This is a Casual opportunity.

Casual means hours are not guaranteed and may vary and shifts may be at short notice. Casual employees are eligible to apply for internal postings including permanent and temporary positions. There are many opportunities with Interior Health that begin with casual employment and lead to regular employment.

About this Location

Situated in the heart of the Okanagan Valley, Penticton offers the best of both worlds with its stunning lakefront setting and vibrant outdoor lifestyle. Known for its two beautiful lakes—Okanagan Lake and Skaha Lake—Penticton is perfect for water sports, boating, and beach days in the summer, while the surrounding mountains offer hiking, biking, and skiing during the cooler months.

The city is also famous for its wine region, with numerous wineries offering tastings and tours year-round. With a lively arts scene, delicious local food, and a welcoming community, Penticton provides an exceptional quality of life, whether you're enjoying outdoor adventures or relaxing by the lake.

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