Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory - (216181)

Island Health; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health authority is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to contribute to high-quality laboratory services. This role involves performing laboratory tests, blood collection, and clerical tasks, requiring effective communication and physical ability. Ideal candidates should have Grade 12 education and relevant training, with the opportunity for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Laboratory Assistant training program.
• One year of recent related experience or equivalent combination of education and training.
• Valid BC Class 5 Vehicle Licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures and clerical duties including blood specimen collection.
• Prepare samples for analysis and perform laboratory tests such as urinalysis.
• Conduct Electro Cardiogram (ECG) testing as required.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to deal with others

Equipment operation

Physical ability

Work organization

Typing

Education

Grade 12

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 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.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to type at 25 wpm.

For more details, see the full job description: https://jd.viha.ca/JD4564.pdf