Medical Laboratory Assistant — Travel & Pay in BC

Russell Tobin; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay CAD 32–40 per hour

Facility-provided accommodation

Round-trip airfare reimbursement

Paid travel time (up to 7.5 hours each

24/7 support for contract experience

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Russell Tobin is seeking dedicated Medical Laboratory Assistants to support laboratories across British Columbia. You will collect blood specimens, register patients, and handle specimen processing while upholding high standards of care and accuracy.

The role requires a graduate from an accredited MLA program with BC SLS registration where applicable, plus a minimum of one year of experience. You will work in fast-paced healthcare settings and ensure precise documentation and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician program.
• Active registration with the British Columbia Society of Laboratory Science (BCSLS), where applicable.
• Minimum one year of recent experience as a Medical Laboratory Assistant preferred.
• Proficiency in venipuncture and specimen collection procedures.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety, infection control, and specimen handling practices.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens through venipuncture and capillary collection techniques.
• Perform patient registration, accessioning, and specimen labeling.
• Prepare, process, package, and transport laboratory specimens according to established protocols.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of patient and specimen information.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies as required.
• Follow infection prevention, safety, and quality assurance procedures.
• Assist laboratory technologists and healthcare teams with laboratory operations.
• Communicate professionally with patients, physicians, and healthcare staff.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in laboratory information systems.
• Adhere to organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Venipuncture

Specimen collection

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Graduated from an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician program

Job description

Russell Tobin is seeking dedicated Medical Laboratory Assistants to support laboratories across British Columbia. You will collect blood specimens, register patients, and handle specimen processing while upholding high standards of care and accuracy.

The role requires a graduate from an accredited MLA program with BC SLS registration where applicable, plus a minimum of one year of experience. You will work in fast-paced healthcare settings and ensure precise documentation and safety compliance.