Medical Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory - (235911)Victoria General Hospital (VGH) - Victoria, BC V8Z 6R5 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteNoTravel RequirementShift Start Time/End Time1600-2400Days OffVacancy TypeTemp FTSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$31.06 - $31.06Paid FTE1.0Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS75Planned Start DateOct. 5 2026Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Dec. 31 2026Pending Return of IncumbentNoCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)YesJob DescriptionIn 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 responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in 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.



This includes 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 Electro Cardiogram (ECG) testing where required.Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceGrade 12, successful completion of a recognized 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 AbilitiesAbility 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.FBA: This temporary position may be extended or ended at the discretion of the hiring manager based on the departmental requirements.

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