Medical Laboratory Technologist

Northern Health; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization seeks a dedicated Medical Laboratory Technologist in Dawson Creek. The role involves performing critical laboratory procedures and requires graduation from an accredited program and certification eligibility. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and attention to detail. This position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation after one year

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training and development

Outdoor activities and short commutes

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures in Transfusion Service and Core Analysis.
• Report to Chief Technologist and Section Charge Technologist.

Skills

Effective work relations

Attention to accuracy and detail

Technological knowledge

Communication skills

Physical ability

Education

Graduation from an accredited Medical Laboratory technology program

Eligible for certification from the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science

Job description

Position Summary

Are you a registered Medical Laboratory Technologist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Laboratory department.

Reports to the Chief Technologist and Section Charge Technologist, Performs laboratory procedures in Transfusion Service, Core Analysis (Chemistry, Hematology), Urinalysis.

Shift Rotation / Hours of work: Days, Evenings, Nights - 06:00 to 14:30, 07:30 to 16:00, 09:00 to 17:50, 14:30 to 11:00, 07:00 to 15:30, Rotating.

Dawson Creek & District Hospital

Dawson Creek and District Hospital is a full‑service community hospital that provides service to Dawson Creek and surrounding communities. It has 31 Acute Care beds and 15 regional adult psychiatric beds. Dawson Creek is the Orthopaedic Trauma and Surgical centre for the Northeast Region of BC.

Services include:

• Emergency
• ICU
• Day Surgery
• Respiratory Therapy
• Primary Care
• Acute Care
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Laboratory

Visiting specialists included:

• Urology
• Dermatology
• Pediatrics
• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Construction is underway on the new Dawson Creek & District Hospital, anticipated to open in Spring 2027. This state‑of‑the‑art facility will be over 50% bigger than the current hospital and will feature 70 beds, modern patient care spaces, and expanded and enhanced services to meet the growing needs of the community. Designed with innovation and comfort in mind, the new hospital represents a transformative step forward in health care for the region. Join us now and be part of this exciting transition to the new facility! To learn more, visit Let's Talk DCDH.

Dawson Creek Community

Dawson Creek Wide blue skies and the rolling foothills of the Northern Rockies surround Dawson Creek. The city is also known as the Mile Zero City, as it marks the start of the Alaska Highway, a 2,400 km long highway connecting Alaska and the Yukon to Western Canada and the United States. Dawson Creek has a population of approximately 12,500. It provides primary service to a population of approximately 20,000 and helps serve the larger population of the Peace River Region of 60,000. There are eleven elementary schools, one middle school and one secondary school. The Northern Lights College provides adult education. Check out Dawson Creek for more information about this community where the northern lights shine.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part‑time and full‑time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service.
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program.
• Employer‑paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC.
• "Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Important note

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession).
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.

Examples may include:

• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

Are you an International Applicant? Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health Careers page.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Laboratory technology program; R.T. (General).
• Eligible for certification from the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relations with patients, laboratory and hospital personnel and medical staff.
• Ability to sustain attention to accuracy and detail over extended periods.
• Ability to keep abreast of technological developments in the field.
• Communication skills.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community‑based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC. There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long‑term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.