Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory - (215728)

Island Health; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health seeks a Medical Laboratory Assistant to enhance patient care through laboratory services. The role involves performing laboratory procedures and clerical duties, including specimen collection, sample preparation, and testing. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, recognized training, and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures and related clerical duties.
• Collect and prepare blood and specimen samples.
• Conduct laboratory tests such as urinalysis and ECG testing.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to interact effectively with others

Proficiency in operating related equipment

Physical ability to perform duties

Organizational skills

Typing speed of at least 25 wpm

Education

Grade 12

Recognized Laboratory Assistant training program

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 shared responsibility. 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 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 specimen collection, sample preparation, distribution, storage, and performing laboratory tests such as urinalysis using colour-coded dipsticks and ECG testing where required.

Travel may be required for 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, and 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

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with others.
• Proficiency in operating related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform duties.
• Organizational skills.
• Typing speed of at least 25 wpm.

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