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Medical Laboratory Assistant IV

  • BC, Canada
  • British Columbia, Canada, Canada

Full-time

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Position Summary

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Medical Laboratory Assistant IV to join our Medical Laboratory Department at East Kootenay Regional Hospital in Cranbrook, 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

East Kootenay Regional Hospital is a 75 bed acute care hospital with a medium size Laboratory offering Core Lab, Microbiology, Histology, Pathology, collections and accession services. It is considered a regional referral site for selected testing and there are 30 Medical Laboratory Technologists, and 25 Medical Laboratory Assistants employed in various disciplines.

This is a Permanent Full Time (1.0) opportunity.

Shifts of work will be scheduled Monday to Friday day shifts with weekends and stats off.

About this Location

Nestled in the heart of the Kootenay region, Cranbrook is a vibrant city offering a perfect balance of urban amenities and outdoor adventure. With the stunning Rocky Mountains as its backdrop, the area is a haven for hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and fishing.

Cranbrook is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions, including the Canadian Museum of Rail Travel and local art galleries. Its lively community spirit and access to nearby resorts like Kimberley make Cranbrook an ideal destination for both relaxation and adventure.

Applicable positions may qualify for up to $20,000 as a recruitment incentive and/or be eligible for relocation allowance. Apply today!

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!

Qualifications

Grade 12, successful completion of a recognized Laboratory Assistant training program, plus three year's recent, related experience, including one year in a supervisory capacity or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License as required by position

Comments

Interior Health is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to creating an environment free from discrimination. Our goal is to cultivate a workforce rich in culture, experience, and knowledge to enable us to provide high quality, accessible and culturally safe health services to everyone in the Interior Health region. We are committed to addressing existing inequities and barriers to achieving a diverse workforce, one that is representative of the communities we serve. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups

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Responsibilities

Work in the Medical Laboratory Department at East Kootenay Regional Hospital, supporting laboratory services across core lab, microbiology, histology, pathology, collections, and accessioning. The posting requires one year of supervisory experience, but does not provide a detailed list of day-to-day duties.

Requirements

Applicants must have Grade 12 and successfully complete a recognized Laboratory Assistant training program, plus three years of recent related experience, including one year in a supervisory capacity. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted, and a valid Class 5 Driver’s License is required where applicable.

Skills

  • Medical Laboratory Science
  • Laboratory Assistance
  • Supervision
  • Laboratory Operations
  • Core Laboratory
  • Microbiology
  • Histology
  • Pathology
  • Specimen Collection
  • Accessioning
  • Communication
  • Flexibility
  • Reliability

Benefits

  • Employee And Family Assistance Program
  • Employer-Paid Training And Education Opportunities
  • Vacation Entitlement
  • Employer-Paid Health Benefits
  • Municipal Pension Plan
  • Shift Premiums

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Categories

  • Healthcare
  • Science & Research
  • Management & Leadership

Keywords

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant
  • Medical Laboratory Science
  • Laboratory Assistant Training Program
  • Laboratory Operations
  • Core Laboratory
  • Microbiology
  • Histology
  • Pathology
  • Specimen Collection
  • Accessioning
  • Supervisory Experience
  • Acute Care
  • Regional Referral Testing
  • Class 5 Driver’s License
  • Healthcare
  • Culturally Safe Health Services

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