Technical Assistant - Microbiology - Laboratory

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Island Health in Victoria, BC is seeking a Technical Assistant - Microbiology at Royal Jubilee Hospital. You will assist with blood collection, specimen prep, and routine lab tasks in the microbiology lab, under supervision.

This part-time role supports patient safety and quality operations. The position requires Grade 12, a recognized Lab Assistant training program, and about one year of related experience.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education and completion of a recognized Lab Assistant training program.
• One year of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Strong communication and ability to work with others.

Responsibilities

• Take blood from patients and prepare blood and other specimens for analysis.
• Distribute and store specimens; prepare media and perform plating.
• Perform lab tests such as urine dipstick analysis and glucose testing.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Equipment operation

Physical ability

Education

Grade 12

Lab Assistant training

Job description

Technical Assistant - Microbiology - Laboratory - (237973)

Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

1600-0000, 1700-0100

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Regular PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$31.06 - $31.06

Paid FTE

0.74

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

52.5

Planned Start Date

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

No

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reports to Unit Co-ordinator or designated supervisor. Takes blood from patients, collects and prepares blood and other specimens for analysis, distribution, and storage; prepares media and performs specimen plating; performs lab tests such as dipstick urine analysis and glucose testing.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, successful completion of a recognized Lab Assistant training program plus one year recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.