Medical Laboratory Technologist (Temporary Full Time)

PHSA; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider in the beautiful Fraser Valley as a Medical Laboratory Technologist. This role offers a unique blend of professional growth and a fulfilling lifestyle in a community-oriented environment. You'll gain hands-on experience in a fully equipped laboratory, work alongside diverse healthcare professionals, and contribute to patient care excellence. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive team dedicated to your success. If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to embrace a rewarding career, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Paid vacation

Sick time

Comprehensive health coverage

Flexible work options

Professional development programs

Discount programs through WorkPerks

Qualifications

• Required certification in medical laboratory science.
• Experience in core lab is preferred, but new graduates are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and analyze laboratory samples according to established policies.
• Perform routine instrument maintenance and calibration.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Patient Care Excellence

Education

Certification from Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS)

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Find Your Balance, Build Your Career in the Fraser Valley: Join Our Lab Team in Chilliwack (Chilliwack General Hospital)!

Discover your perfect blend of career growth, lifestyle, and community in the stunning Fraser Valley Chilliwack. We're looking for passionate and meticulous Medical Laboratory Technologists, both seasoned and new graduates, who want more than just a job — they want a career they can shape and a life they can love.

Why Chilliwack if you already don't live here?

• Nature at Your Doorstep: Wake up to breathtaking mountain views, endless hiking trails, lakes, and outdoor adventures — all without sacrificing the comforts of a thriving, growing community.
• Affordability & Space: Enjoy larger living spaces and affordable housing compared to the city, perfect for setting down roots or starting a new chapter.
• Easy Access: Stay connected — Vancouver is just a drive away for big-city amenities, while you enjoy peace, fresh air, and a true sense of community daily.

Why Join Us?

• Core Lab Experience: Gain hands-on exposure in a fully equipped core laboratory environment. Build your technical expertise and expand your professional toolbox.
• Build Your Seniority & Leadership Skills: Take initiative, showcase your leadership, and be part of a team that values growth, mentorship, and resourcefulness.
• Grow Your Network: Work closely with a wide variety of healthcare professionals. Build strong relationships, strengthen your skills, and become a key player in a connected, supportive network.
• Sharpen Your Toolkit: The hospital in Chilliwack encourages innovation, communication, problem-solving, and leadership. You'll be empowered to take initiative, find creative solutions, and make a real impact every day.
• Mentorship and Development: Join a team committed to your success. Receive mentorship, leadership coaching, and opportunities to develop into senior roles.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy predictable schedules and a pace of life that lets you truly balance your career goals with personal wellness.
• Be part of an amazing team that emphasizes quality and patient care: Provincial Laboratory Medicine Services (PLMS) works collaboratively with partners such as Fraser Health, Vancouver Coastal Health, and Providence Health Care to meet the needs of British Columbians.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a highly competitive compensation package, with hourly wages ranging from $36.69 to $45.81, based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include paid vacation, sick time, time in lieu, overtime opportunities, and comprehensive health and dental coverage.
• Move with Ease: Depending on your location, you may qualify for financial moving support to help make your transition smooth and stress-free.

What You'll Do

As a key part of our laboratory team, you will:

• Obtain laboratory samples from patients as required.
• Perform laboratory procedures and analyze results according to established policies.
• Prepare solutions, reagents, standards, and controls for analysis in accordance with SOPs.
• Respond to requests and inquiries for test results by various methods as required.
• Communicate test results to appropriate parties, including other health team members, by printing and distributing lab results per procedures.
• Perform routine instrument maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting. Report malfunctions per the Diagnostic Accreditation Program (DAP) practices.
• Assist in evaluating technical procedures and contribute to policy and procedure development.

What you bring

Our ideal candidate is a dynamic individual with:

• Required Certification: Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS).
• Experience in: Core Lab (New graduates with CSMLS certification are welcome!).
• Skills: Strong communication, adaptability, and a commitment to patient care excellence in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of the impacts of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples, including a commitment to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism and embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility.
• Understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments related to Indigenous rights and anti-racism efforts, including TRC Calls to Action, UNDRIP, and related documents.

Core Competencies

• Understanding of Indigenous-specific and systemic racism, with initiatives to promote a safe, inclusive environment based on Indigenous Cultural Safety.
• Awareness of social, economic, and political realities affecting Indigenous Peoples and equity-deserving groups, and a commitment to addressing these issues.

Skills & Knowledge

• Recent working knowledge of laboratory procedures.
• Technical competence in performing tests, quality control, and safety protocols.
• Basic research awareness.
• Effective communication skills, organizational ability, and teamwork.
• Willingness to learn about Indigenous issues and anti-racism, sharing experiences to foster a motivated, inclusive culture.

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best patient care, impacting lives across BC. We support your health and development with wellness programs, training, and recognition. Join BC's largest employer for growth, recognition, and a supportive environment.

• Access to professional development, including courses like San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training and Core Linx.
• Comprehensive benefits, including pension, wellness, and safety programs.
• Generous vacation and statutory holidays.
• Flexible, remote work options where eligible.
• Discount programs through WorkPerks.

Job Details

Type: Temporary Full Time until December 2025 or return of incumbent
Wage: $36.69 - $45.81/hour + benefits or time in lieu
Hours: Days, afternoons, evenings; nights possible at Chilliwack General Hospital
Location: Chilliwack General Hospital, 45600 Menholm Rd, Chilliwack, BC

Requisition: CGH(182137E)

The Fraser Valley offers more than a job — it offers a community, lifestyle, and career. Whether starting out, building seniority, or seeking a fresh start, thrive in Chilliwack. Apply online or contact [e-mail] to learn more!

What we do

Provincial Laboratory Medicine Services (PLMS), part of PHSA, operates across 31 sites, providing fast, accurate diagnostic testing to support healthcare across BC. We are committed to excellence, innovation, and equity, including addressing Indigenous-specific racism and promoting diversity. Learn more at jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services.