Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory

Vancouver Island Health Authority; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking health authority as a Medical Laboratory Assistant. This role is essential for ensuring high-quality laboratory services that enhance patient care. You will be responsible for performing laboratory tests, collecting specimens, and maintaining safety standards. With a focus on continuous improvement, your contributions will directly impact the well-being of patients and the efficiency of healthcare delivery. If you're passionate about healthcare and have the required skills, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in your community.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and completion of a recognized Laboratory Assistant training program.
• 1 year of recent related experience or equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures and clerical duties.
• Collect blood and other specimens, prepare samples for analysis.

Skills

Effective Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Equipment Operation

Physical Ability

Education

Grade 12

Laboratory Assistant Training Program

1 Year of Related Experience

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

ECG Machine

Job description

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory - (207994)

Lady Minto Hospital - Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 1T1 CA (Primary)

Work Area: Multi-Site

Travel Requirement: Yes

Shift Start Time/End Time: 0700-1500, 0800-1600, 0830-1430

Days Off: As required

Vacancy Type: Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $29.27 - $29.27

Planned Start Date: Jan. 2 2025

CRC required: Yes (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults)

Job Description

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 responsibility shared by everyone. The requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in 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. This includes 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 may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training and Experience

Grade 12, successful completion of a recognized 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.