Medical Laboratory Technologist

Interior Health; Kelowna; Presencial; CAD 70.000 - 90.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Education opportunities

Vacation entitlement

Health benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Shift premiums

Competitive wages

Descripción de la vacante

Interior Health is seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Technologist to join the Medical Laboratory Department at Kelowna General Hospital in Kelowna, BC. The role focuses on routine and complex tests within clinical microbiology, under supervision, in a dynamic, team-based setting.

This relief part-time position (0.55 FTE) offers flexible scheduling with rotating days and nights. The successful candidate will perform specimen processing, data entry, quality control, and contribute to a

Formación

• Graduation from an approved Medical Laboratory Science Program.
• CSMLS certification or CAMLPR registration.
• One year of recent related experience.

Responsabilidades

• Perform routine and/or complex tests utilizing manual procedures and automated instruments in the laboratory.
• Greet patients and collect and/or receive specimens, enter data into the LIS and related systems, validate and report results.
• Maintain instruments and prepare solutions and control agents according to procedures and safety standards.
• Participate in departmental training programs to learn new/existing tests and procedures across lab sections.

Educación

Graduation from an approved Medical Laboratory Science Program

CSMLS certification or CAMLPR registration

Descripción del empleo

Position Summary

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Medical Laboratory Technologist to join our Medical Laboratory Department at Kelowna General Hospital in Kelowna, BC. 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,

Who We Are

Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.

What We Offer

We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:

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

About the Job

In accordance with established vision and values of the organization, within the context of client-centred care, and in accordance with established standards of professional practice, policies, procedures, this position works in a team based environment and under general supervision of the Operations Supervisor, Professional Practice Leader or other designated personnel performs a variety of routine and/or complex tests utilizing manual procedures and automated instruments within the laboratory. Position is also responsible for functions such as greeting patients, collecting and/or receiving specimens, entering data into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and related computer systems/programs, validating and reporting test results, maintaining instruments and preparing solutions and control agents in accordance with established procedures and safety standards. Participates in departmental training programs in individual or all sections of the lab (such as, microbiology, histology, cytology, etc.) with a view to learning new/existing tests and procedures for use in the Laboratory.

Field of practice for this position is

Clinical Microbiology

This is a Relief Part Time (0.55 FTE) position.

Shifts of work will be scheduled rotating days and nights.

About this Location

Enjoy the stunning views of Okanagan Lake with beach days and water activities in the summer, and explore the nearby mountains for hiking, biking and skiing throughout the year. Kelowna is renowned for its world-class wineries, plus, the vibrant arts and culture scene and array of local restaurants and shops add to the city's dynamic lifestyle. With endless outdoor adventures, fresh local flavors, and a welcoming community, Kelowna is the perfect place to live, work and explore.

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Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved Medical Laboratory Science Program.
• Successful completion of recognized competency assessment exam and registration in the relevant field(s) of practice in accordance with the Canadian Alliance of Medical Laboratory Professionals Regulators (CAMLPR) pathways, or certification with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS).
• One (1) year recent related experience.