Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant for West Coast General Hospital in Port Alberni, BC. The role involves performing laboratory procedures, collecting blood and specimens, preparing samples for analysis, and ensuring proper storage and distribution of materials.

Experience in urinalysis, ECG testing where required, and a valid BC Class 5 license are beneficial. The position supports patient care within a multi-site network and requires flexibility for

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures and related clerical duties.
• Collect blood and other specimens.
• Prepare samples for analysis and handle distribution/storage.
• Conduct urinalysis using colour-coded dipsticks.
• Perform ECG testing when required.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Physical fitness

Education

Grade 12 + Lab Assistant training

Job description

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory - (237540)

West Coast General Hospital (WCGH) - Port Alberni, BC V9Y 4S1 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

06:00-14:00, 06:30-14:30, 07:00-15:00, 08:00-16:00, 09:00-17:00, 15:00-23:00, 23:00-07:00

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$31.06 - $31.06

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

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.