Laboratory Technologist I

Close Date
Nov. 6 2026
Location
Comox Valley Hospital (CVH) - Courtenay, BC V9N 0B9 CA (Primary)
Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
Yes
Travel Requirement
Travel between multiple sites may be required
Shift Start Time/End Time
06:00-14:00,08:00-16:00, 09:00-17:00, 10:30-18:30, 22:30-06:30, 15:30-23:30, others
Days Off
Rotating
Vacancy Type
Temp PT
Salary Range (Hourly Rate)
$38.93 - $48.59
Paid FTE
0.84
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS
60.0
Planned Start Date
Nov. 9 2026
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Nov. 23 2027
Pending Return of Incumbent
Yes
CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)
No
Job Description
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 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 Supervisor or delegate the Core Laboratory Technologist performs established laboratory procedures, including hematology, chemistry and transfusion medicine.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Successful completion of recognized competency assessment exam and registration in the relevant field(s) of practice in accordance with the Canadian Alliance of Medical Laboratory Professionals Regulators (CAMLPR) pathways, or certification with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) certification as a Medical Laboratory Technologist; and
Graduation from a recognized diploma program in Medical Laboratory Technology; and
Completion of core laboratory related courses within the last two years or one (1) year recent, related experience within the last six years in the core laboratory section of the laboratory, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Skills And Abilities
Demonstrated ability to communicate and deal effectively with, patients/residents, families, staff, physicians, research staff, and other health care providers.
Demonstrated current knowledge of relevant core laboratory testing, techniques, methods and procedures.
Knowledge of legislations and government policies and procedures related to laboratory technology
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrated conflict resolution, critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
Ability to work independently, prioritize issues and workload, and complete assigned work.
Ability to operate related equipment, including computerized information systems.
Demonstrated ability to demonstrate procedures to other employees and students.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD591.pdf
Additional information for applicants
Additional Clauses
Requisition CA
Health Science Professionals
Affiliation/Union
HSA

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