Medical Laboratory Technologist

Interior Health Authority; Grand Forks; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health benefits

Shift premiums

Generous vacation entitlement

Training opportunities

Recruitment incentive up to $20,000

Relocation allowance

Job summary

Interior Health is seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Technologist to join the Boundary District Hospital lab in Grand Forks, B.C. This permanent full-time role involves working in a team-based environment under supervision, performing a variety of tests with manual and automated instruments, and supporting LIS data entry and reporting.

The position offers rotation across days, evenings and nights, with opportunities for professional development and a generous benefits package through

Qualifications

• Performs a variety of routine and/or complex tests using manual procedures and automated instruments.
• Goes on to greet patients, collect and receive specimens, enter data into LIS and related systems, validate and report results.
• Participates in departmental training across microbiology, histology and cytology to learn new tests and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex laboratory tests using manual and automated equipment.
• Maintain instruments and prepare solutions and controls per procedures and safety standards.
• Enter data into LIS, validate results and report findings to the team.

Job description

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Medical Laboratory Technologist to join our Medical Laboratory Department at Boundary District Hospital in Grand Forks, B.C. If Medical Laboratory Science is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment, apply today!

Who We Are

Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. We encourage a holistic approach to well‑being, work‑life balance and environmental sustainability, supporting the health and well‑being of our employees and the population we serve.

What We Offer

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer‑paid training and education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer‑paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages

About The Job

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, Professional Practice Leader or other designated personnel, the Medical Laboratory Technologist works in a team‑based environment as part of a general supervision. The role involves performing a variety of routine and/or complex tests utilizing manual procedures and automated instruments within the laboratory. Responsibilities also include greeting patients, collecting and receiving specimens, entering data into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and related computer systems, validating and reporting test results, maintaining instruments, and preparing solutions and control agents in accordance with established procedures and safety standards. The technologist participates in departmental training programs across all sections of the lab, including microbiology, histology and cytology, to learn new or existing tests and procedures.

Field of Practice

Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Transfusion Medicine (Science)

Position Details

This is a permanent full‑time (1.0) position. Work shifts are scheduled on rotating days, evenings and nights.

Location Highlights

Grand Forks is surrounded by mountains and rivers, offering outdoor recreation and cultural experiences year‑round. Local art galleries, cafés, a farmers' market and live music enrich the town’s vibrant atmosphere.

Additional Incentives

Applicable positions may qualify for up to $20,000 as a recruitment incentive and/or be eligible for a relocation allowance. Apply today!