Job posting: Laboratory Assistant Where YOU work, makes a difference.
Life is precious and every moment matters. Dynacare is helping Canadians achieve a healthy future with care and wellness solutions that are convenient, understandable, and accessible. When you join our team, every day is an opportunity to get better and be inspired. It's an environment where you can grow your career in any direction you choose. We're evolving our technology and optimizing our processes, so you can do your best work, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.
Are YOU our next Laboratory Assistant? As a Laboratory Assistant, you are responsible for the preparation of samples and/or reagents for routine processing, the performance of simple non-interpretivetests under the technical oversight of a Medical Laboratory Technologist asrequired, and the independent performance of simple non-interpretive tests escalating to a qualified Medical Laboratory Technologist for support and guidance as required. You will also ensure quality control checks and standards are run as required and participate in all quality assurance programs andensure company and Ministry of Health (MOH) guidelines are observed. Lastly, you will perform routine maintenance of laboratoryequipmentas appropriateanddeal withproblems that arise.
Why Dynacare is an amazing place for YOU: Join an award-winning "Top Employer" with meaningful and impactful career opportunities
Access a health and wellness benefits program that supports you and your loved ones
Grow and thrive with a energetic, successful company through internal mobility opportunities
Invest in your future through RRSP match benefits and an employee stock purchase program
Experience a collaborative, diverse workforce that prioritizes dignity and respect for all
Status:Permanent Full-Time (37.5 hours/week)
Vacancy Type: Existing
Hours:Monday to Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.; rotational shifts.
Location:Kelowna
Discipline:Lab Operations - Chemistry
Workstyle:100% onsite
Internal Deadline Application Date: October 9 2026, at 5:00 p.m. PST.




How YOU will make a difference: Receive and sort samples
Dataenterthe results intothe company'sdatabase asrequired
Ensurethatallabnormal,criticalandSTATSare processedasoutlined inthe department guidelines
Ensure that all samples are properly labeled and identified before testing
Followestablishedprotocolforthehandlingofunsuitablesamples
Perform pre-analytic specimen processing
Operateinstrumentsfollowingdepartmentprocedures
Performsimplenon-interpretivetestingprocedures
Handle infectiousmaterial following approved procedureswhile adhering to government regulations(i.e. TDG) as required
Responsibleforthe follow-uponmissingsamples,documentationandresultsasandwhen required
Ensureallinquiries andproblemsare handledinacourteousandprofessionalmanner
Ensureadequateamountofsuppliesareonhandandthatvalidatedreagentsandtestingkitstobeusedareindateorder
Ensure that qualitycontrolchecksare performedasrequiredindocumentedworkprocedures
Responsibleformonitoring qualitycontrolguidelinesand makingappropriatecorrections
ReferresultsforMedicalLaboratoryTechnologistto review and release
Responsibletofollowallrelevantpreand/orpostanalyticalqualityprotocolsasdescribedinthecompanyquality assurancemanual
Performroutinemaintenanceon laboratory instruments andequipmentfollowingdepartmentprocedures
Documentallmaintenanceperformed,includingminortroubleshootingfollowingmanufacturer'sinstructions
Participate in the review of procedural documents for accuracy and effectiveness as required
Observe andreportallmalfunctions inequipmentandmaintainallrequiredlogbooks for routineequipment




Responsible for disinfecting the work area and equipment on a daily basis
Storeanddiscardspecimensaccordingtoappropriatedepartmentproceduremanuals
What YOU bring to the role: You are CSMLS or BCSLS certified and/or a graduate of an MLA program accredited by BCSLS or equivalent awarding body (Canadian).Alternatively, applicants with a Bachelor degree in a related scientific or health discipline, or international MLA or MLT qualification, may also be considered.
You are customer-focused with a genuine care for patient's health
Prioritize and self-manage within a deadline-oriented environment
Be extremely detail oriented
Proficiency in English, both written and verbal, at a level that enables you to communicate instructions, clearly and understandably, to patients
25 to 40 words per minute typing speed required
Pay rate: $27.00-$30.75 per hour
The hiring pay range has been established; however, the final pay offer will be determined by taking into consideration various factors including but not limited to, level of experience and education requirements.
At Dynacare, we may leverage AI-powered tools in our recruitment process. AI will never reach out to our candidates directly.
Dynacare has been a "Top Employer" for many years and there is a reason why. We are a great place to work. At Dynacare, we're proud to hire the best people. If you are looking for a meaningful career where you can support healthy lives with commitment and care - we would like to meet you. We hope you will join us in our journey to become Canada's health and wellness solutions leader.
Dynacare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to the attraction, selection, advancement, and fair treatment of all individuals. We believe that our diversity is our strength, so we employ a diverse workforce and respect the needs of all our employees.
In accordance with provincial legislation and our AccommodationPolicy a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the Dynacare hiring process.

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📌 Laboratory Assistant- Chemistry (British Columbia)
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