Medical Lab Assistant

Position Summary
Arrow Lakes Hospital is seeking a reliable and motivated Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the healthcare team based in the pristine lakeside community of Nakusp, in the West Kootenay region of B.C. This position works Monday to Friday day shifts. This position is also assigned to our New Denver location on Mondays and Wednesdays, and therefore a valid B.C. drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle are requirements of the position. Effective April 1, 2024 hourly pay rate will be $29.27 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.

What will you work on:

MLAs perform a variety of duties such as taking blood and specimen samples from patients, preparing blood and other specimens for analysis, performing routine lab tests, distributing specimens to departments and outside Labs, operating related equipment, entering data into the LIS and performing related clerical duties and ECG testing as required.

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
• Generous relocation assistance
• 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

About this location:

Arrow Lakes Hospital is a small Level 1 community hospital in the Kootenay Boundary health service area situated between Nelson and Vernon. The site offers services including laboratory, surgical, inpatient and emergency.

The community and renowned vacation spot of Nakusp is described as a vibrant, safe and friendly lakeshore village nestled on the shores of Upper Arrow Lake. If you could picture yourself here, apply today and join our team!

Qualfications
• Grade 12
• Successful completion of a recognized Laboratory Assistant training program
• One year's recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Valid BC Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle
• Ability to type 25 WPM **please submit a 5 Minute Typing Test (min 25 WPM within the past 48 months) from an approved institution. Please note we do not accept self-administered online tests*