Medical Laboratory Technologist II, Chemistry, Routine Chemistry – Provincial Laboratory Medicine Services (PLMS)

Job title:

Medical Laboratory Technologist II, Chemistry, Routine Chemistry – Provincial Laboratory Medicine Services (PLMS)

Company

Provincial Health Services Authority

Job description

Medical Laboratory Technologist II, Chemistry, Routine ChemistryProvincial Laboratory Medicine ServicesVancouver, BCWhat you’ll do

• Participate in day-to-day work activities by performing analytical work such as routine biochemistry testing, blood gas analysis, drug testing and urinalysis. Evaluate and verify results and take follow up action of any unexpected results according to established procedures. Enter analytical data into the Laboratory Information System.
• Respond to requests and inquiries for tests. Seek direction as required from the Supervisor, Assistant Head Technologist or Head Technologist as appropriate.
• Perform all related functions required for the production of final reports such as preparing, testing and assessing quality control results prior to release of clinical results, troubleshoots specimen adequacy and prepares dilutions as required according to established procedures.
• Set up, calibrates and operate laboratory equipment. Perform and document maintenance of laboratory equipment as scheduled. Recognize and report malfunctions in equipment.
• Participate in quality assurance programs through methods such as gathering data on turn around times (TAT) for test procedures, and monitoring performance and quality indicators. Report occurrences according to standard operating procedures.
• Provide input in the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for assigned work area and making recommendations for changes.
• Assist with information management, such as workload statistics, through methods such as gathering information, completing analysis and recording information.
• Demonstrate routine laboratory procedures to students and technologists.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What you bringQualifications

• Certification with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS).
• Graduation from a recognized program in Medical Laboratory Technology, plus two (2) years recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills & Knowledge

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated, manage time, and work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment and use related software.
• Demonstrated physical ability to perform the job.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

What we bringEvery PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time opportunities
Wage: $36.69 – $45.81/hour
Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Hours of Work: Rotating 4 on 4 off between hours of 22:00 – 11:00Requisition # 172357E, 172358EWhat we doprovides laboratory testing at 31 sites across the lower mainland and central coast of BC, including acute care hospital laboratories and specialty laboratories.PLMS is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).The Provincial Health Services Authority ( ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.Learn more about PHSA and our programs:PHSA and PLMS is committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at .Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.ATTN: PHSA Employees:To be considered as a PHSA employee (internal applicant) for this position, you must apply online via your internal profile atPlease note the internal job posting will no longer be accessible after the expiry date of September 19th, 2024. If the internal job posting has expired, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk and advise that you would like to be considered as a late internal applicant for this position. Please do not apply for the external job posting.
Labor Agreement Health Science Professionals
Requisition # 172357/58E-2423232
Work Site 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Job Type Regular, Full-Time
Salary/Rate $36.69 – $45.81 / Hour
FTE 1.00
Hours of Work Rotating 4 on 4 off between hours of 22:00 – 11:00.
Work Days Rotating
Expiry Date 08-Oct-2024

Expected salary

$36.69 – 45.81 per hour

Location

Vancouver, BC

Job date

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 02:19:28 GMT

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