Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory - (229925) Locations:

Cormorant Island Community Health Centre (CICHC) – Alert Bay, BC V0N 1A0

Port Alice Health Centre (PAH) – Port Alice, BC V0N 2N0

Port Hardy Hospital (PHH) – Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 (Primary)

Port McNeill Hospital (PMH) – Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a shared responsibility; continuously improving quality and safety is inherent to all aspects of this position.

The Department of Laboratory Medicine, Pathology and Medical Genetics (LMPMG) is committed to enhancing patient care through the provision of consistently high quality laboratory services.

Reporting to the Team Leader, Chief Technologist or designate, the Medical Laboratory Assistant performs laboratory procedures and related clerical duties. Responsibilities include blood and other specimen collection, preparing samples for analysis,



distribution and storage of samples, performing laboratory tests such as urinalysis using colour‑coded dipsticks, and performing Electrocardiogram (ECG) testing where required.

Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on‑going requirement; transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority.

Qualifications Grade 12, successful completion of a recognised Laboratory Assistant training program plus one (1) year of recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Class 5 Vehicle Licence.

Skills and Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to deal with others effectively.

Ability to operate related equipment.

Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

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📌 Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory (Capital)
🏢 Vancouver Island Health Authority
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