Medical Laboratory Assistant - Surrey Memorial Hospital

The Laboratory Assistant performs specimen collection, preparation and testing and performs related clerical functions.

What you’ll do

• Collect blood and other specimens and label with relevant information according to Fraser Health policies.
• Assist in the collections of fine needle aspirations by providing clerical support.
• Prepare specimens for analysis by centrifuging, aliquoting, and distributing specimens by priority including Microbiology, Pathology and Cytology specimens and assisting with gross exams.
• Stains, mounts, and labels slides.
• Perform clerical duties as required including computer data entry for patient information and tests.
• Communicate test results to designated parties and handle inquiries from other health team members.
• Clean, operate and maintain equipment such as temperature checks on fridges, incubators, autoclaves and water bath.
• Prepare reagents, media, and specimen collection material and distribute as required.
• Receive, store and ship specimens and other materials.
• Prepare, handle, and transport specimens for preanalytical and post-analytical storage, including discarding specimens as per accepted protocols.
• Load specimens for analysis on barcode enhanced automated and semi-automated equipment only.
• Perform laboratory tests such as urine dipsticks and glucose tests using urinalysis machines and glucose meters.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area according to established policies and procedures including stocking adequate levels of supplies at workstations.
• Assist with clerical functions such as counting inventory and notifying appropriate staff of inventory levels as per procedure.
• Schedule and book appointments and enter and verify patient registration information as required.
• Provide assistance as required by performing ECG testing by attaching electrodes to patients and operating equipment according to standard procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What you bring

• Completion of Grade 12, successful completion of a recognized Lab Assistant training program.
• One year’s recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples in social and health contexts.
• Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within health care settings.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within LM Labs contexts found in foundational documents.

Core Competencies

• Brings an understanding of Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure.
• Awareness of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples.

Skills & Knowledge

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the positions.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to keyboard at 25 w.p.m.
• Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and/or continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression.

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.

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.

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.

Job Type: Regular, Part-Time

Salary Range: $31.06 / hour

Location: 13750 96 Ave, Surrey, BC V3V 1Z2

Closing Date: Applications accepted until position is filled

Hours of Work: We offer various rotating shifts

Requisition #: 204592E

What we do

Provincial Laboratory Medicine Services (PLMS), part of Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), is at the forefront of diagnostic testing in BC, operating across 31 sites in the Lower Mainland and Central Coast.

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.

PHSA is committed to anti-racism and equity in our hiring and employment practices.

We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently excluded groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment.