Medical Laboratory Technologist | Routine Chemistry

Interior Health; Penticton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Interior Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist for the Penticton Regional Hospital. This role involves performing tests, maintaining instruments, and contributing to training programs. Enjoy a supportive environment and a vibrant community in Penticton, BC.

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 using manual procedures and automated instruments.
• Validate and report test results.
• Maintain instruments and prepare solutions.

Skills

Medical Laboratory Science

Data Entry

Education

Graduation from an approved Medical Laboratory Science Program

Certification with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science

Job description

Position Summary

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Medical Laboratory Technologist to join our Medical Laboratory Department at Penticton Regional Hospital in Penticton, 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. We promote well-being and work-life balance within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everyone in the Interior Health region, from our employees to the populations we serve.

What We Offer

• 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

Penticton Regional Hospital (PRH) is a referral centre for three community hospitals and one diagnostic centre in the South Okanagan. Our Emergency department sees upwards of 36,000 visits annually. We have 129 acute beds and 102 extended care beds, offering a full range of health services to the community. MLTs at PRH work in a supportive, team-based environment and perform a variety of duties within the discipline department. Responsibilities include:

• Performing routine and/or complex tests using manual procedures and automated instruments
• Entering data into the Lab Information System (LIS) and related systems
• Validating and reporting test results
• Maintaining instruments, preparing solutions, and control agents
• Contributing to training, evaluation, and improvement programs

This is a Relief Part Time (0.81) opportunity.

About This Location

Enjoy beach days, boating, and the iconic channel float in summer. Visit the surrounding mountains for hiking, biking, and skiing year-round. Penticton is home to over 80 wineries, breweries, cideries, and distilleries, all within walking or biking distance of downtown. Explore local markets, eateries, and a vibrant arts and culture scene. With endless outdoor recreation and a welcoming community, there’s something for everyone in Penticton.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and B.C’s Top Employers!

Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of Canada’s most beautiful regions. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!

Qualifications

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