Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory - (215258)

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health authority in Canada is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to perform vital laboratory tests and clerical duties. This role ensures high-quality patient care by conducting specimen collection, analysis, and storage. Candidates should possess a Grade 12 education, complete a recognized training program, and have strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 plus recognized Laboratory Assistant training program.
• One year recent related experience or equivalent.
• Valid BC Class 5 Vehicle Licence.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Physical ability

Education

Grade 12

Laboratory Assistant training program

Job description

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory - (215258)

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.

Island Health, also known as the Vancouver Island Health Authority, is the publicly funded health care provider in the southwestern portion of the Canadian province of British Columbia.

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