Medical Laboratory Assistant

Interior Health Authority; Trail; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading healthcare provider in the beautiful Kootenay Boundary region. This part-time Medical Laboratory Assistant role offers a chance to work in a fast-paced environment where your skills in specimen collection and lab testing will make a significant impact on patient care. Enjoy a supportive workplace culture that values well-being and work-life balance, along with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth. Experience the vibrant community of Trail, where outdoor recreation and local culture thrive. Make a difference in healthcare while loving where you live and work!

Benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer-paid training and education

Generous vacation entitlement

Employer-paid health benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Shift premiums

Competitive wages

Qualifications

• Experience in blood collection and laboratory testing.
• Ability to perform clerical duties and operate lab equipment.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood and specimen samples from patients.
• Prepare samples for analysis and conduct routine lab tests.
• Enter data into the Laboratory Information System (LIS).

Skills

Blood specimen collection

Laboratory testing

Data entry

Clerical duties

Education

Medical Laboratory Assistant Certification

Job description

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our Medical Laboratory Department at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail, 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 encourage you to bring your whole self to work. We promote well-being and work-life balance within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of enhancing 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 and education opportunities
• Generous vacation entitlement
• Employer-paid health benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift premiums
• Competitive wages

About The Job

Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBH) is a 75-bed acute care facility in the Kootenay Boundary health service area, responsible for core medical and surgical specialty services. Located in Trail, between Grand Forks and Nelson, KBH provides services including physician specialties, 24-hour emergency and trauma services, Level 2 laboratory, acute and obstetrical care, psychiatry, and chemotherapy.

Medical Laboratory Assistants perform duties such as collecting blood and specimen samples from patients, preparing samples for analysis, conducting routine lab tests, distributing specimens, operating related equipment, entering data into the LIS, and performing clerical duties and ECG testing as required.

Position Details

This is a permanent part-time position (0.82 FTE).

About Trail

Set along the Columbia River in the West Kootenays, Trail is a vibrant town offering outdoor recreation and rich local culture. Residents and visitors enjoy activities like hiking, mountain biking, fishing, skiing, and snowshoeing. With a lively downtown, strong community spirit, and diverse local businesses and cultural events, Trail provides a well-rounded lifestyle for everyone.

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Join Our Team

Come see why we’re one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and B.C’s Top Employers! Explore our benefits, career growth opportunities, and the beautiful region of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!