Technologist

Technologist

Routine Transfusion

St. Paul's Hospital, Vancouver, BC

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Providence Health Care (PHC), the position promotes a safe environment for patients, residents, families, visitors and staff.

Reporting to the area Technical Leader, the Medical Technologist 2, Permanent Evenings or Permanent Nights is delegated to be responsible for a permanent evening or permanent night shift. Performs duties of a medical laboratory technologist. Advises Technical Leader or designate(s) of problems with Laboratory equipment or methods. May provide work direction to non-paramedical staff as required.

What you’ll do

• Receives, processes, and stores laboratory specimens for analysis, according to established procedures.
• Performs analytical procedures following established protocols. Files results in a timely manner to provide patient/resident reports to physicians and other associated health care professionals. Recognizes abnormal results, and follows up effectively, according to established procedures.
• Enters and retrieves data using the Laboratory Information System, including patient demographics and test results, and answers inquiries about test results from hospital staff and physicians.
• Follows established quality control procedures and records results. Notifies supervisor of significant or ongoing quality control problems.
• Collects blood and other patient specimens for analysis, according to established procedures.
• Assists with the orientation of new staff and teaching students by demonstrating procedures and routines, and answering questions about technical processes in the work area. May provide direction to non-paramedical staff on evening/night shift.
• Performs routine equipment maintenance according to established procedures. Performs basic equipment troubleshooting and notifies supervisor.
• Monitors supply levels, and notifies Technical Leader or designate when supplies need to be ordered.
• Maintains a safe work environment by keeping the work area clean, safe, and organized, and by following the policies and procedures contained in the Laboratory Safety Manual and other safety references.
• Keeps abreast of technological developments in the field and maintains knowledge by reading related literature and attending approved lectures, courses and workshops.
• Participates as an active member of the laboratory team by engaging in activities such as interacting with other staff members, attending staff meetings, identifying concerns about work/workplace issues, being involved in generating solutions to identified problems and participating in the development and achievement of departmental goals.
• Performs related technical procedures, including ECG’s, as required.
• Performs other related duties as required.

What you bring

Qualifications

• Graduation within the last two (2) years from a recognized Medical Laboratory Technology program, or two (2) years’ recent related experience in the relevant discipline(s), or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) Certified.
• Demonstrates current knowledge of relevant laboratory testing, techniques, methods, and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with and deal effectively with, patients/residents, staff, physicians, and other health care providers.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures related to laboratory technology.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with and/or guide others in conflict situations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize issues, and complete assigned workload.
• Demonstrated ability to demonstrate procedures to other employees and students.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Skills & Knowledge

• 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 bring

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, 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, Part-Time
Wage: $36.69 - $45.81 / Hour
Location: 1081 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1Y6
Closing date: Applications accepted until position is filled
Hours of Work: 9 HOUR SHIFTS: 2200-0730 (4 ON, 4 OFF; 5 ON, 5 OFF)
Requisition # 176821E

What we do

Provincial Laboratory Medicine Services (PLMS) provides 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).

PHSA and PLMS 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.

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 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.employment@phsa.ca.

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.

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