Medical Laboratory Technologist, Microbiology

Northern Health; Prince George; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Prince George seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist specializing in Microbiology. The role involves performing microbiology tests and maintaining effective relations in a dynamic hospital environment. Candidates must graduate from an accredited program and be eligible for certification. Benefits include a comprehensive package, vacation, and potential financial moving support.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Four weeks vacation

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Responsibilities

• Perform routine Microbiology tests and specimen processing procedures.
• Establish and maintain effective work relations with patients and staff.

Skills

Effective work relations

Attention to accuracy

Technological developments knowledge

Strong communication

Physical ability

Education

Graduation from accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program

Certification from Canadian Society of Laboratory Technologists

Job description

Position Summary

Are you a registered Medical Laboratory Technologist, Microbiology 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.

Under the direction of the Charge Tech (Microbiology), performs routine Microbiology tests and specimen processing procedures.

Shift Rotation / Hours of Work

Evenings - 15:00 to 22:00, 17:00 to 22:00, Rotating.

About UHNBC

University Hospital of Northern BC (UHNBC) is the largest Acute Care facility within the Northern Health region, and a hub for specialized health services. It is also a teaching hospital:

• Provides undergraduate physician training through the Northern Medical Program, run by the University of British Columbia and University of Northern British Columbia.
• Hosts residents in UBC’s Family Practice Residency Program.
• Is a key clinical education site for nursing and many health sciences students at UNBC, the College of New Caledonia, BCIT and other institutions.
• UHNBC has benefited from nearly $100 million in expansions, renovations and new equipment since 2001, including a patient care addition with an expanded emergency room and updated ICU, a state‑of‑the‑art maternal‑child care centre, facilities to accommodate undergraduate physician training, and an MRI unit.
• UHNBC is also home to a cancer centre for Northern BC, featuring a wide range of cancer treatments including radiation therapy.
• UHNBC is growing with the new Acute Care Tower expected to open in winter 2031, bringing state‑of‑the‑art care to Northern BC.

Prince George

Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region’s economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, low land prices and transportation costs result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents with a high standard of living in one of BC’s most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia, with a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers and is home to the University of Northern British Columbia – Canada’s green university. The warm, friendly, diverse community spirit makes Prince George an attractive place to live and work.

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 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, such as program certificates or diplomas, high school/college/university transcripts, etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

Are you an International Applicant?

Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow the steps on our Northern Health careers page.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program; R.T. (General) or R.T. Subject Microbiology.
• Eligible for certification from the Canadian Society of Laboratory Technologists.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relations with patients, laboratory and hospital personnel, and medical staff.
• Attention to accuracy and detail over extended periods.
• Ability to keep abreast of technological developments in the field.
• Strong communication skills.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation communities. We deliver hospital and community‑based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC. There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long‑term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.