Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 53,726,000 - 56,482,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (CVH) in Courtenay, BC is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant for multi-site duties across Comox Valley. The role involves specimen collection, sample preparation, and distribution as part of the Laboratory Medicine team.

Travel between sites is a regular requirement. The position supports the Department of Laboratory Medicine, Pathology and Medical Genetics; the team emphasizes safety, quality and patient care in a dynamic lab environment.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with recognized Lab Assistant training and 1 year related experience.
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver's Licence.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood and other specimens.
• Prepare samples for analysis and store appropriately.
• Distribute and store samples as required.
• Perform urinalysis using colour‑coded dipsticks.
• Perform ECG testing where required.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Physical ability

Education

Grade 12

Laboratory Assistant training program

1 year related experience

Job description

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory - (231853)

Comox Valley Hospital (CVH) - Courtenay, BC V9N 0B9 CA (Primary)
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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

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Regular PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$31.06 - $31.06

Paid FTE

0.62

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

44.5

Planned Start Date

Jul. 1 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

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.