Medical Laboratory Assistant
- Kelowna, BC, Canada
Part-time
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Original job description
Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our Medical Laboratory Department at Kelowna General Hospital in Kelowna, 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
The Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) Laboratory is our largest and most specialized 24/7 lab and progressive teaching facility. The Lab consists of hundreds of team members who work collaboratively in a variety of disciplines such as Phlebotomy, Accession, Chemistry, Hematology, Transfusion Medicine, Microbiology, Histology and Molecular.
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 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.
This is a Relief Part Time (0.78) opportunity until return of the incumbent.
Shifts of work will be scheduled rotating days, evenings, and nights.
About this Location
Enjoy the stunning views of Okanagan Lake with beach days and water activities in the summer, and explore the nearby mountains for hiking, biking and skiing throughout the year.
Kelowna is renowned for its world-class wineries, plus, the vibrant arts and culture scene and array of local restaurants and shops add to the city’s dynamic lifestyle.
With endless outdoor adventures, fresh local flavors, and a welcoming community, Kelowna is the perfect place to live, work and explore.
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!
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
The Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) Laboratory is our largest and most specialized 24/7 lab and progressive teaching facility. The Lab consists of hundreds of team members who work collaboratively in a variety of disciplines such as Phlebotomy, Accession, Chemistry, Hematology, Transfusion Medicine, Microbiology, Histology and Molecular.
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 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.
This is a Relief Part Time (0.78) opportunity until return of the incumbent.
Shifts of work will be scheduled rotating days, evenings, and nights.
About this Location
Enjoy the stunning views of Okanagan Lake with beach days and water activities in the summer, and explore the nearby mountains for hiking, biking and skiing throughout the year.
Kelowna is renowned for its world-class wineries, plus, the vibrant arts and culture scene and array of local restaurants and shops add to the city’s dynamic lifestyle.
With endless outdoor adventures, fresh local flavors, and a welcoming community, Kelowna is the perfect place to live, work and explore.
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!
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Responsibilities
Collect blood and other specimens from patients, prepare samples for analysis, perform routine laboratory tests, and distribute specimens to internal departments and external laboratories. Operate related equipment, enter data into the laboratory information system, perform clerical duties, and conduct ECG testing as required.
Requirements
The posting seeks an experienced, reliable, flexible, and motivated Medical Laboratory Assistant who is interested in working in a fast-paced laboratory environment. No specific education, certification, or years-of-experience requirement is stated.
Skills
- Phlebotomy
- Specimen Collection
- Specimen Preparation
- Routine Laboratory Testing
- Specimen Distribution
- Laboratory Equipment Operation
- Laboratory Information System Data Entry
- Clerical Duties
- Electrocardiogram Testing
- Reliability
- Flexibility
- Teamwork
Benefits
- Employee And Family Assistance Program
- Employer-Paid Training And Education Opportunities
- 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
- Kelowna General Hospital
- Phlebotomy
- Accession
- Chemistry
- Hematology
- Transfusion Medicine
- Microbiology
- Histology
- Molecular
- Blood Collection
- Specimen Collection
- Specimen Preparation
- Routine Laboratory Tests
- Specimen Distribution
- Laboratory Equipment
- Laboratory Information System
- Data Entry
- Clerical Duties
- ECG Testing
- Patient Samples
- Relief Part-Time
- Rotating Shifts