Medical Laboratory Assistant

Position Summary
A relief part-time 0.50fte Medical Lab Assistant opportunity is available now at the Primary Care Centre in the village of Lytton, B.C. Days of work are weekdays from 08:00-16:00 on a set rotation that works Monday, Wednesday, Friday one week, and Tuesday and Thursday the following week. This is a relief (temporary) position until January 2026 or the return of the current incumbent.

About us:
We are 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 are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

What you will work on:

MLAs perform a variety of duties such as taking blood and specimen samples from patients, preparing blood and other specimens for analysis, performing routine lab tests, distributing specimens to departments and outside Labs, operating related equipment, entering data into the LIS and performing related clerical duties and ECG testing as required.

What we offer:
We offer welcoming workplaces along with a range of benefits, services and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

• Competitive pay and shift premiums
• Generous relocation assistance
• Employer-paid vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Employer-paid insurance, health and dental benefits
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Education and development opportunities

About this location:

The village of Lytton is located at the junction of the Thompson and Fraser Rivers in southern British Columbia and is one of the longest continuously inhabited areas in North America. Lytton is rebuilding after the June 30, 2021, Lytton Creek Fire which destroyed over 90 percent of the village.

Qualfications
• Grade 12
• Successful completion of a recognized Laboratory Assistant training program
• One year's recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Valid BC Driver’s License as required
• Ability to type 25 WPM **please submit a 5 Minute Typing Test (min 25 WPM within the past 48 months) from an approved institution. Please note we do not accept self-administered online tests*