Job ID 2431225_pl355 Date posted 03 / 19 / 2025
Medical Laboratory Technologist – Shape the Future of Health Care in Beautiful British Columbia
Are you a meticulous certified laboratory professional with expertise in Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Genetics, Anatomic Pathology, Microbiology, Histology, Molecular Diagnostics, Transfusion Medicine, Lab Information Systems, Cytogenetics, Cytology, and more? Consider advancing your career in one of Canada's most breathtaking provinces, British Columbia, working in locations such as Vancouver, Tri-Cities, Fraser Valley, or the Sunshine Coast. Join our 24/7 multidisciplinary team across BC’s Lower Mainland, where your expertise will directly impact patients with complex and life-threatening conditions.
Why Consider Moving to BC?
- Unparalleled Lifestyle: Explore vibrant city life in Vancouver, Richmond, North Vancouver, or enjoy outdoor activities like skiing in Whistler, relaxing on beaches of the Sunshine Coast, or exploring the scenic Fraser Valley.
- Natural Beauty: From rainforests to mountain ranges, BC offers stunning landscapes for work and leisure.
- Culturally Diverse Community: Experience rich culture, cuisine, and a welcoming environment.
- Family-Friendly & Safe: BC provides excellent schools, healthcare, and community programs for a secure future.
Why Join Our Team?
- Collaborative Environment: Work with technologists, lab assistants, doctors, and nurses committed to innovation and quality care.
- Variety of Settings: Opportunities in rural labs and urban hospitals with state-of-the-art facilities.
- Meaningful Impact: Support diverse clinical areas from community clinics to tertiary care hospitals, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Team Focused on Quality & Care: Collaborate with partners to meet BC’s healthcare needs.
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy wages commensurate with experience, paid vacation, sick leave, overtime, and comprehensive health and dental coverage.
Responsibilities
As part of our multidisciplinary team, you will:
- Obtain laboratory samples from patients.
- Perform procedures and analyze results following SOPs.
- Prepare solutions, reagents, and controls for analysis.
- Respond to test result inquiries and communicate findings effectively.
- Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments, report malfunctions.
- Assist in evaluating and developing technical procedures and policies.
Qualifications
- Certification from the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS).
- Experience or training in Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Transfusion Medicine, Histology, Cytology, Cytogenetics, and Molecular Diagnostics. New graduates are welcome.
- Strong communication skills, adaptability, and dedication to patient care.
- Knowledge of Indigenous health contexts, anti-racism, and cultural safety principles, with a commitment to equity and systemic change.
Core Competencies & Skills
- Understanding of Indigenous-specific racism and systemic barriers in healthcare.
- Knowledge of legislation and commitments like the TRC Calls to Action, UNDRIP, and BC’s Declaration Act.
- Ability to foster a culturally safe environment, address biases, and engage in anti-racism initiatives.
- Technical proficiency in laboratory procedures, quality control, and safety.
- Effective communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work with BC’s largest healthcare employer, with extensive professional development and recognition programs.
- Comprehensive benefits, including pension, wellness resources, and flexible work options.
- Generous vacation and statutory holiday entitlements.
- Access to discounts and wellness programs through WorkPerks.
Make BC your home and PHSA your employer of choice! Apply today to start your next chapter in one of the most beautiful places on Earth.
Interested candidates should apply online or contact us for more information.
About Our Organization
Part of the Provincial Health Services Authority, we operate across 31 sites in BC, delivering fast, accurate diagnostic results that drive patient care and medical innovation. Our values include respect, compassion, innovation, equity, and courage.
Learn More
PHSA is committed to anti-racism and diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those from Indigenous, marginalized, or underrepresented communities. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive, culturally safe environment and addressing systemic inequities.