Position Summary
Medical Lab Technologist MLT position is available at the Boundary Hospital in Grand Forks, B.C. This position works rotating days and evenings with nights and weekends on-call. This position is expected to run until the return of the current incumbent. Effective April 1, 2024 the pay rate for the position is $36.69 - $45.70 per hour.
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
• 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
This location may be eligible for retention incentives and the BC Loan Forgiveness Program.
About this location:
Boundary Hospital is a 12-bed community hospital where a large team of healthcare professionals facilitate a range of interdisciplinary health services including 24/7 Emergency, medical and surgical services, community health programming as well as Laboratory and X-Ray.
Grand Forks is a community of around 4,000 people, considered to be the ‘hub’ of the Boundary Region and conveniently located within a couple of hours driving of two major centers Spokane and Kelowna. This beautiful town is surrounded by pristine water from the Granby and Kettle Rivers. With its strong community commitment to healthy living, affordability and great quality of life; Grand Forks offers four season living with recreational activities to match. Grand Forks’ cultural diversity is reflected in its local cuisine, artistry and many attractions and events
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
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position