Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Alert Bay; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant in Alert Bay, BC. The role includes performing laboratory procedures, collecting blood and specimens, and managing clerical duties to enhance patient care.

Candidates should have Grade 12 education, complete training, and a valid BC Class 5 Vehicle Licence. Applicants must be effective communicators and capable of handling equipment and tasks physically.

Qualifications

• Grade 12, successful completion of a recognized Laboratory Assistant training program.
• One year of recent related experience or equivalent education.
• Valid BC Class 5 Vehicle Licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures and clerical duties.
• Collect blood and other specimens.
• Prepare samples for analysis and perform laboratory tests.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Physical stamina

Education

Grade 12

Laboratory Assistant training program

Job description

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory - (229925)

Locations:

• Cormorant Island Community Health Centre (CICHC) – Alert Bay, BC V0N 1A0
• Port Alice Health Centre (PAH) – Port Alice, BC V0N 2N0
• Port Hardy Hospital (PHH) – Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 (Primary)
• Port McNeill Hospital (PMH) – Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a shared responsibility; continuously improving quality and safety is inherent to all aspects of this position.

The Department of Laboratory Medicine, Pathology and Medical Genetics (LMPMG) is committed to enhancing patient care through the provision of consistently high quality laboratory services.

Reporting to the Team Leader, Chief Technologist or designate, the Medical Laboratory Assistant performs laboratory procedures and related clerical duties. Responsibilities include blood and other specimen collection, preparing samples for analysis, distribution and storage of samples, performing laboratory tests such as urinalysis using colour‑coded dipsticks, and performing Electrocardiogram (ECG) testing where required.

Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on‑going requirement; transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority.

Qualifications

Grade 12, successful completion of a recognised Laboratory Assistant training program plus one (1) year of recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Class 5 Vehicle Licence.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.