Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory - (217494)

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

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant in Campbell River. The role involves performing laboratory procedures, collecting specimens, and conducting tests. Candidates must have a Grade 12 education and Lab Assistant training, with effective communication skills preferred. This position may require travel and valid BC Class 5 Vehicle Licence is needed.

Qualifications

• Grade 12, successful completion of a recognized Laboratory Assistant training program.
• One (1) year of recent related experience or an 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.
• Distribute and store samples, perform laboratory tests like urinalysis.
• Conduct Electro Cardiogram (ECG) testing as required.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to interact effectively with others

Proficiency in operating related equipment

Physical capability to perform duties

Organizational skills

Typing speed of at least 25 words per minute

Education

Grade 12

Completion of a recognized Laboratory Assistant training program

One (1) year of recent related experience

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 continuous improvement of 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 conducting Electro Cardiogram (ECG) testing as 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 communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to interact effectively with others.
• Proficiency in operating related equipment.
• Physical capability to perform duties.
• Organizational skills.
• Typing speed of at least 25 words per minute.

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