MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST

Northern Health - BC; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Technologist to join their team at the Fort St. John Hospital. This role involves performing essential laboratory tests using advanced technology to support patient care. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to live in a vibrant community. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and a passion for helping others in a healthcare setting.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training

Outdoor activities

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• Registered as a Medical Technologist or equivalent.
• Knowledge of laboratory procedures and protocols.
• Ability to work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Carry out laboratory testing procedures.
• Utilize Siemens Atellica analyzers as part of the role.
• Assist in maintaining the laboratory environment.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Medical Laboratory Technology Diploma

Tools

Siemens Atellica CH930

Siemens Atellica IM1300

Job description

Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you a 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.

Please note the Fort St John lab utilizes the Siemens Atellica CH930 and Atellica IM1300 chemistry analyzers. These models have a magnetic field that will interfere with cardiac devices. Applicants with cardiac devices should note that working with these analyzers are a requirement of the position.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Nights, 6:00 to 15:00, 07:00 to 16:00, 08:00 to 17:00, 22:00 to 07:00, Rotating

About

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 more highlights about 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,” which reflects the large resource base of oil, natural gas, forestry and agriculture. Overlooking the Peace River, the town of Fort St John is located above the Peace River Valley and serves as the capital of the Peace River district. The population of Fort St. John 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. Check out Fort St. John for more information on what this energetic community has to offer.

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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