Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to support the Laboratory Medicine Department across multiple sites in Courtenay, Cumberland, and related facilities. The role involves specimen collection, sample preparation, and running routine tests including urinalysis and ECGs as required.

The position requires travel between sites, a Grade 12 education plus a recognized Lab Assistant training program, and a BC Class 5 driver's licence.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 plus recognized Laboratory Assistant training.
• One year of recent related experience or equivalent combination.
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood and other specimens.
• Prepare samples for analysis and dispatch.
• Store and distribute samples properly.
• Perform urinalysis with colour-coded dipsticks.
• Perform ECG testing when required.

Skills

Communication skills

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Physical fitness

Education

Lab Assistant training program

Tools

ECG equipment

Job description

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory - (237615)

Comox Valley Hospital (CVH) - Courtenay, BC V9N 0B9 CA (Primary)
Courtenay Downtown Lab Services (CDLS) - Courtenay, BC V9N 6P5 CA
Cumberland Health Centre/Dialysis/Lodge (CHC) - Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0 CA

Work Area (FBA Only)

Laboratory

Multi-Site

Yes

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

As required, including 0630-1100, 2300-0700, 0800-1530

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Regular PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$31.06 - $31.06

Paid FTE

0.69

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

49.69

Planned Start Date

Dec. 4 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

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; as such, 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 Electro Cardiogram (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.