Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory - (223528)

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to perform laboratory procedures and clerical duties. Key responsibilities include blood collection, preparing samples for analysis, and conducting tests such as urinalysis and ECG. The role requires effective communication and the ability to operate related equipment. Candidates must have completed Grade 12 and a recognized Laboratory Assistant training program. A valid BC Class 5 Vehicle Licence is also necessary.

Qualifications

• Grade 12, successful 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 such as blood collection and sample preparation.
• Conduct laboratory tests including urinalysis and ECG testing.
• Manage transportation requirements for service assignments.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Physical ability for duties

Organizational skills

Typing speed of 25 wpm

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