MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST

Northern Health - BC; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority is looking for a Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist to join their Laboratory department in Fort St. John. This role involves performing laboratory testing procedures and requires a valid registration number. The employer offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health benefits and a pension plan, and is situated in a vibrant community with many outdoor activities. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications and a strong work ethic.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation with service

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training and development

Outdoor activities nearby

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• Must hold a registration number if part of a regulated profession.
• Supporting documents regarding education/qualifications are needed.

Responsibilities

• Carry out laboratory testing procedures and related duties.

Skills

Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist

Excellent work ethic

Education

Relevant program certificates or diplomas

Job description

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.

Reporting to the Lead Medical Technologist of the lab, carries out laboratory testing procedures and related duties.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days - 06:00 to 15:00, 07:00 to 16:00, 08:00 to 17:00, Rotating.

About Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre

Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre has 44 Acute Care beds and 124 residential beds and is equipped to handle 22,000 ER visits per year. Some highlights of the hospital:

• Endoscopy suite, 2 state-of-the-art operating rooms, plus a procedure room
• Ambulatory clinics including Cancer and Hemodialysis
• Medical and Surgical inpatient rooms (40 beds)
• 3 Intensive care units
• Minor surgeries
• 7 single Maternity rooms for Labour, Delivery, and Post-Partum; Fort St. John also has the Health Unit and Primary Care Clinic which serve the community.

Fort St. John is known as “The Energetic City,” reflecting a large resource base of oil, natural gas, forestry and agriculture. Overlooking the Peace River, the town of Fort St. John is above the Peace River Valley and serves as the capital of the Peace River district. The population is over 21,400 but it services an area of approximately 70,000. The community is the hub of the Northeast with a cultural centre and library, theatre, and art space. There are seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and one secondary school. There is also a Northern Lights College campus.

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

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