Laboratory Assistant 2/Laboratory Support

Laboratory Assistant 2/ Laboratory Support

[Facility], LM Labs

Vancouver BC

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

The Laboratory Assistant II/Laboratory Support performs duties such as venipunctures, collecting urine samples for analysis by the Technologist, preparing and staining slides, and preparing and batching specimens.

What you’ll do

·Perform venipunctures and micro blood collection on adults, children, and babies. 

·Check specimen identification against requisition to prepare for blood and urine analysis and look up patient information utilizing the laboratory computer information system. 

·Separate serum/plasma from cells by centrifugation. 

·Batch specimens in order of established priorities for distribution to various areas or laboratories for testing. 

·Collect urine samples from outpatients as outlined on the requisition. 

·Prepare various staining solutions, chemical cleaning, and disinfectant solutions as required. Change staining solutions, stains, mounts and labels slides. 

What you bring

·Completion of Grade 12

·Successful completion of a recognized Lab Assistant training program.

·One (1) year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

You have the ability to:

·Keyboard at 25 w.p.m.

·Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 

·Deal with others effectively. 

·Physically carry out the duties of the position. 

·Organize work. 

·Operate related equipment. 

What we bring IF CASUAL: remove ‘Enjoy’ and ‘Annual stat’ bullets

Every 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 and development.
• 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).
• Perks include access to fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.

Job Type: (e.g., full-time, part-time, regular, casual)
Wage: $25.31 per hour
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Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
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What we do

Lower Mainland Laboratories (LM Labs) provides laboratory testing at 31 sites across the lower mainland and central coast of BC, including acute care hospital laboratories and specialty laboratories.

LML is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA). 

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) 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: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA and LML are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

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