Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory - (215862)

Island Health; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to perform critical laboratory procedures and clerical duties to enhance patient care. The role involves blood and specimen collection, along with important laboratory tests, requiring a valid vehicle license and specific training.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and successful completion of a recognized Laboratory Assistant training program.
• One year of recent 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 blood and specimens, prepare samples for analysis.
• Perform 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

Strong organizational skills

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, preparing samples for analysis, distributing and storing samples, performing laboratory tests such as urinalysis using colour-coded dipsticks, and performing Electro Cardiogram (ECG) testing when 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 of the position.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Typing speed of 25 words per minute.

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