Medical Laboratory Technologist

Canadian Blood Services; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Blood Services is hiring a Medical Laboratory Technologist in Vancouver. The role involves complex serological testing, quality control, and consultant work with hospital laboratories. Candidates should possess Medical Technology Certification and a minimum of two years of related experience, contributing to a vital function in the health care field.

Benefits

Vacation and holiday pay

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee discounts

Wellness program

Professional resources

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of recent related Immunohematology experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment and perform procedures.
• Technical skills relevant to Diagnostic Services Laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex serological testing and quality control of reagents.
• Consult with hospitals on transfusion-related problems and provide results.
• Prepare reagents for testing and accurately record results.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Creative thinking

Education

Medical Technology Certification

Eligibility for CSMLS

Job description

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Job category: Laboratory and phlebotomy

Job posting ID: 7393

Employment status: Temporary full-time

Position's anticipated start date: 2025-07-21

Position's anticipated end date: 2026-08-07

Classification: HSAA

Salary/Rate of pay: $36.69

Application deadline: 2025-06-29

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Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• Job specific cover letter.
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Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page .

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

About The Role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary full-time MLT - TFT to join our dynamic Testing team.

In this role, you will be responsible for routine and complex serological testing including the running of automated equipment and the preparation and quality control of reagents in the reference and perinatal areas of the laboratory in accordance with all provincial laboratory accreditation and regulatory requirements and Canadian Blood Services policies, procedures and practices.

Formula for success

• Drawing on your knowledge or experience in testing, you will perform red cell serological and perinatal routine and specialized tests in accordance with written operating procedures.
• Utilizing your superior interpersonal and communication skills you will consult with hospital Transfusion Medicine Laboratories in the resolution of transfusion-related problems by being on-call to perform red cell antibody investigation procedures, and to perform other serological procedures as may be required for good customer service and in the resolution of a problem.
• You will provide verbal and/or written results/consultation directly to the technical staff of Transfusion Medicine Laboratories and/or physician's offices.
• You will prepare reagents required for the routine and specialized testing of red cell serological and perinatal samples.
• Perform lot acceptance and quality control of reagents and tests in accordance with written operating procedures.
• Harnessing your thoroughness, you will interpret and accurately record results and prepare reports. Review worksheets and reports and check transcriptions to ensure accuracy and validity of results.
• Support the Technical Supervisor in implementing new procedures by conducting evaluations and test as well as review literature to evaluate equipment, reagents, and procedures.
• Stay updated in Medical Laboratory Technology - Immunohematology to recommend new applications and enhance technical activities by attending approved course and lectures or conducting in-house case study lectures.
  
  
  

Desired education and skills

• Medical Technology Certification with eligibility for registration or membership with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS).
• Minimum two (2) years of recent related Immunohematology experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, or recently graduated from an accredited school for Medical Laboratory Science.
• Technical skills and demonstrated knowledge relevant to procedures performed in the Diagnostic Services Laboratory.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment, including computerized equipment.
• Critical and creative thinking is a must.
  
  
  

What we offer you

• Percent in lieu of Vacation and holidays.
• Defined benefitpension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.
  
  
  

What you can expect

• Shifts/Hours: Monday to Friday 07:00 - 15:00, 08:00 - 16:00, 09:00 - 17:00 rotational. On call approximately every couple months, depending on operational requirements.
• Rest days are Saturday and Sunday.
  
  
  

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add [e-mail] and [e-mail] to your safe senders list.

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