Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Interior Health Authority; Penticton; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP program

Training opportunities

Vacation entitlement

Health benefits

Pension plan

Shift premiums

Competitive wages

Job summary

Interior Health Authority is seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Technologist to join the Penticton Regional Hospital laboratory in Penticton, British Columbia. This casual role involves performing routine and complex tests using manual and automated methods, handling specimen collection, LIS data entry, and reporting results.

The position supports clinical chemistry, hematology, and transfusion medicine.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Medical Laboratory setting preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex tests using manual procedures and automated instruments in the laboratory.
• Greet patients, collect and/or receive specimens, and enter data into the LIS and related systems.
• Validate and report test results, maintain instruments, and prepare solutions and controls.
• Participate in departmental training to learn new tests and procedures across lab sections.

Job description

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Medical Laboratory Technologist to join our Medical Laboratory Department at Penticton Regional Hospital in Penticton, B.C. 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 is 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

In accordance with established vision and values of the organization, within the context of client‑centred care, and in accordance with established standards of professional practice, policies, procedures, this position works in a team based environment and under general supervision of the Operations Supervisor, Professional Practice Leader or other designated personnel performs a variety of routine and/or complex tests utilizing manual procedures and automated instruments within the laboratory. Position is also responsible for functions such as greeting patients, collecting and/or receiving specimens, entering data into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and related computer systems/programs, validating and reporting test results, maintaining instruments and preparing solutions and control agents in accordance with established procedures and safety standards. Participates in departmental training programs in individual or all sections of the lab (such as, microbiology, histology, cytology, etc.) with a view to learning new/existing tests and procedures for use in the Laboratory.

Field of practice for this position is:

Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Transfusion Medicine (Science)

This is a Casual opportunity. Casual means hours are not guaranteed and may vary and shifts may be at short notice. Casual employees are eligible to apply for internal postings including permanent and temporary positions. There are many opportunities with Interior Health that begin with casual employment and lead to regular employment.

Shifts of work will be scheduled rotating days, evenings and nights.

About this Location

Enjoy beach days, boating and the iconic channel float in the summer, and visit the surrounding mountains for hiking, biking and skiing throughout the year. Penticton is home to over 80 wineries, plus breweries, cideries and distilleries, all within walking or biking distance of downtown. Explore local markets, great eateries and a vibrant arts and culture scene.

With endless outdoor recreation, family fun and a welcoming community, there’s something for everyone in Penticton. Come join our team and see why we’re one of Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work?