Medical Laboratory Technologist

Position Summary
Medical Lab Technologist opportunity is available at the Castlegar and District Community Health Centre. This is a relief (temporary) 0.81fte opportunity expected to run for twelve months or until the return of the current incumbent. MLTs at this site work day and evening shifts: 07:30 to 15:30, 12:30 to 20:30, 09:00 to 17:00.

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.

About the job:

MLTs work in a supportive, team-based environment and perform a variety of duties within the assigned discipline department. Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing routine and/or complex tests, utilizing manual procedures and automated instruments
• Entering data into the Lab Information System (LIS), related systems and programs
• Validating and reporting test results
• Maintaining instruments, preparing solutions and control agents
• Contributing to training, evaluation and improvement programs

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:

This location may be eligible for the BC Loan Forgiveness Program.

The friendly town of Castlegar (population 9,000) is located in the scenic Selkirk Mountain Range in the West Kootenay’s, BC approximately halfway between Vancouver and Calgary and 425 miles northeast of Seattle. The amicable climate and breathtaking scenery of Castlegar contribute to an enjoyable lifestyle with unlimited recreational activities year-round. Just a short distance from the town are championship golf courses, world-class alpine resorts and groomed cross-country ski trails.

Qualfications
• Graduation from an approved Medical Laboratory Science Program
• Current certification with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) and eligible for membership with the BC Society of Laboratory Sciences (BCSLS) and/or CSMLS
• One (1) year recent related experience