• Medical Laboratory Assistant

Interior Health; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Kelowna seeks a qualified Medical Lab Assistant to perform various duties such as blood collection, test preparation, and clerical responsibilities. Candidates must have completed an MLA training program and possess a valid BC Driver's License. This role offers a supportive work environment with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive pay and shift premiums

Generous relocation assistance

Employer-paid vacation starting at 4 weeks

Employer-paid insurance and health benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Municipal Pension Plan

Education and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Grade 12 required.
• Completion of a recognized Laboratory Assistant training program.
• One year's recent related experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid BC Driver’s License required.
• Ability to type 25 WPM with a recognized testing certificate.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood and specimen sample collection from patients.
• Prepare specimens for analysis and perform routine lab tests.
• Distribute specimens to departments and manage related clerical duties.

Job description

Position Summary

If you are a qualified Medical Lab Assistant (MLA) or currently completing an MLA student practicum and do not see the exact vacancy you are looking for, please apply to this competition and your application will be reviewed.

About us

We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

What you will work on

MLAs perform a variety of duties such as taking blood and specimen samples from patients, preparing blood and other specimens for analysis, performing routine lab tests, distributing specimens to departments and outside labs, operating related equipment, entering data into the LIS, and performing related clerical duties and ECG testing as required.

What we offer

We offer welcoming workplaces along with a range of benefits, services, and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

• Competitive pay and shift premiums
• Generous relocation assistance for eligible positions
• Employer-paid vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Employer-paid insurance, health, and dental benefits
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Education and development opportunities

About our Locations

Whether you are looking to live and work in a big city, smaller town, or rural community, we have the position and location to suit. APPLY TODAY and you could be joining our stellar team of Lab professionals!

Okanagan : Beautiful beaches, lakes, orchards, vineyards, golfing, and world-class ski resorts all just minutes away from the main centres of Kelowna, Vernon, Penticton, and Oliver.

Thompson Cariboo Shuswap : Spectacular scenery, agricultural abundance, provincial parks, culturally and historically rich communities such as Williams Lake, Kamloops, Salmon Arm, and Revelstoke.

Kootenay’s : The wilderness capital of BC offers majestic mountain ranges, glacier-fed lakes, and lush forests for skiing, hiking, biking, and camping. Home to sunny, laid-back communities like Cranbrook, Trail, Nakusp, and Grand Forks.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Successful completion of a recognized Laboratory Assistant training program
• One year's recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Valid BC Driver’s License as required
• Ability to type 25 WPM - please submit a 5 Minute Typing Test (min 25 WPM within the past 48 months) from an approved institution. Please note we do not accept self-administered online tests.

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