Medical Laboratory Technologist

Interior Health; Oliver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Interior Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist for South Okanagan General Hospital. This role involves performing tests across various lab areas, ensuring accurate results, and contributing to patient care in a dynamic environment. The position offers a supportive workplace with numerous benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer-paid training/education opportunities

Generous Vacation Entitlement

Employer Paid Health Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Shift Premiums

Competitive wages

Qualifications

• One year recent related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex tests in hematology, chemistry, and blood bank.
• Collect and receive specimens, enter data into LIS, validate and report test results.

Skills

Medical Laboratory Science

Data Entry

Specimen Collection

Education

Graduation from an approved Medical Laboratory Science Program

Current certification with CSMLS

Job description

Position Summary

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Medical Laboratory Technologist to join our Medical Laboratory Department at South Okanagan General Hospital in Oliver, 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, 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, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are 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

South Okanagan General Hospital is an active, rural hospital serving the communities of Oliver, Osoyoos, and surrounding areas, with an average of 16,000 emergency visits per year. The hospital has 7 Emergency beds and 18 acute care beds, which operate at 100% capacity. It is co-located with an 80-bed long-term care facility and offers outpatient lab services.

This is a generalist Medical Laboratory Technologist position that provides interesting and varied work across all areas of the Core Lab, including hematology, chemistry, and blood bank. Typical duties include performing routine and complex tests with manual procedures and automated instruments, collecting and receiving specimens, entering data into the Laboratory Information System (LIS), validating and reporting test results, maintaining instruments, and preparing solutions and control agents.

This is a Relief Full Time (1.00 FTE) opportunity until the incumbent returns.

About This Location

Nestled in the sunny Okanagan Valley, Oliver is known for its picturesque vineyards and stunning desert landscapes. Dubbed the "Wine Capital of Canada," Oliver hosts numerous award-winning wineries, making it a must-visit for wine lovers. The area offers year-round outdoor activities, from hiking and cycling to boating in summer, and cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in winter.

With a welcoming community, vibrant arts scene, and local businesses, Oliver combines rural charm with modern amenities. Whether exploring outdoors or enjoying local wine and produce, Oliver provides an exceptional lifestyle in the heart of wine country.

Join our team and discover why we are recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and B.C’s Top Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and the lifestyle in one of Canada’s most beautiful regions. Ready to love where you work and live? Apply Today!

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved Medical Laboratory Science Program
• Current certification with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) and eligibility for membership with the BC Society of Laboratory Sciences (BCSLS) and/or CSMLS
• One (1) year recent related experience