Original job description
Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our Medical Laboratory Department at Cariboo Memorial Hospital in Williams Lake, BC. 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
Cariboo Memorial Hospital (CMH) has 28 inpatient beds, 14 Emergency beds plus a trauma room, in addition to a 4-bed ICU and obstetrics unit. CMH is a very close-knit team of multi-disciplinary professionals, and we pride ourselves on supporting one another in the Lab, and across the facility.
The fast pace, acuity and unique needs of every patient offer the opportunity to learn and develop your skill set. CMH is a diverse care environment that is undergoing expansion and there are opportunities in the Lab and other departments, as the site and community grows. You will be a part of the bigger IH network with access to colleagues, resources, employee services, education and training; whatever direction your career takes you.
Medical Laboratory Assistants perform a variety of duties such as taking blood and specimen samples from patients, preparing blood and other specimens for analysis, performing routine laboratory tests, distributing specimens to departments and outside Laboratories, operating related equipment, entering data into the Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and performing related clerical duties and ECG testing as required.
This is a Permanent Full Time (1.00) opportunity.
Shifts of work will be scheduled Tuesday to Saturday, day and evening shifts.
About this Location
Surrounded by rugged forests and stunning lakes, Williams Lake is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. From hiking, fishing, and boating in the warmer months to snowmobiling and cross-country skiing in the winter, the area offers year-round adventure just outside your door.
Beyond outdoor recreation, Williams Lake has a growing local business scene with unique eateries, cafes, and farmers' markets. It’s a place where families can access schools, parks, and community amenities while enjoying affordable living. Whether you're seeking a more relaxed pace of life or looking for an outdoor basecamp to explore the vast wilderness, Williams Lake offers the perfect balance of adventure and convenience.
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Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers!
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? Apply Today!
More about this job
Responsibilities
Collect blood and other specimens from patients, prepare specimens for analysis, perform routine laboratory tests, and distribute specimens to internal departments and outside laboratories. Operate laboratory equipment, enter information into the Laboratory Information System, perform related clerical duties, and conduct ECG testing as required.
Requirements
The posting seeks an experienced, reliable, flexible, and motivated Medical Laboratory Assistant interested in working in a fast-paced hospital environment. No specific education, certification, or years-of-experience requirements are stated.
Skills
- Blood Collection
- Specimen Collection
- Specimen Preparation
- Routine Laboratory Testing
- Specimen Distribution
- Laboratory Equipment Operation
- Laboratory Information Systems
- Data Entry
- Clerical Duties
- ECG Testing
- Flexibility
- Reliability
Benefits
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Employer-Paid Training and Education Opportunities
- Generous Vacation Entitlement
- Employer-Paid Health Benefits
- Municipal Pension Plan
- Shift Premiums
- Competitive Wages
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Science & Research
- Administrative
Keywords
- Medical Laboratory Assistant
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Blood Collection
- Specimen Collection
- Specimen Preparation
- Routine Laboratory Tests
- Specimen Distribution
- Laboratory Equipment
- Laboratory Information System
- Data Entry
- Clerical Duties
- ECG Testing
- Hospital
- Medical Laboratory Department
- Patient Care
- Multidisciplinary Team
- Fast-Paced Environment
- Permanent Full-Time
- Day Shifts
- Evening Shifts
