Position Summary

We are seeking detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Technologists to perform clinical testing, quality control, and analyzer maintenance to ensure accurate and timely patient results across laboratory disciplines. The successful candidate will uphold laboratory quality, safety, and regulatory standards while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. This is a casual position for Hematology, Chemistry, and Urinalysis, with variable shifts from Sunday to Saturday. The role requires between 0 and 37.5 hours per week and is part of the BCGEU collective agreement.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform clinical testing and release accurate patient results in accordance with established protocols.
- Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory analyzers and equipment.
- Conduct and monitor quality control procedures; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
- Validate new reagent lots and support implementation of new methods and instrumentation.
- Utilize laboratory information systems for specimen processing, test management, and result reporting.
- Participate in external proficiency testing and post‑software upgrade validations.
- Maintain expertise in specimen handling, critical values, rejection criteria, storage requirements, and test‑specific protocols.
- Ensure compliance with laboratory quality standards, safety policies, WHMIS, and chemical hygiene regulations.
- Support team effectiveness through training, documentation updates, and process improvement initiatives.




- Maintain strict confidentiality of patient and organizational information.

Qualifications

- Registration through CAMLPR pathways or certification with CSMLS.
- Recent experience in the relevant laboratory discipline is preferred.
- Robust analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in MS Windows‑based systems and laboratory software.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced setting.

Benefits

- Employee Group Benefits: Competitive coverage for employees and their families, including Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance.
- Retirement Savings Plan.
- Vacation and Wellness Days.
- Employee Wellness and Giving Programs: Mental, physical, and financial wellness initiatives, Employee & Family Assistance Program, financial planning tools, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Professional development and membership reimbursement; access to preferred rates and discount programs such as WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc.

Additional Information

Vaccinations are highly encouraged at LifeLabs. Vaccinations and/or immunization screening may be mandatory for selected employees if regulated by provincial or regional governments, or through employer‑led vaccination policies in the facilities we service. Please ensure you ask if this position requires the successful candidate to be vaccinated or undergo immunization screening.

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📌 Medical Lab Technologist (BCGEU), Hematology (Victoria)
🏢 LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services
📍 Victoria