Laboratory Assistant Ii, Microbiology, St. Paul’s
7 months ago
**Laboratory Assistant II, Microbiology, St. Paul’s Hospital**
Provincial Laboratory Medicine Services
Vancouver, BC
**What you’ll do**
- Gather and prepare specimens for processing and analysis by performing duties such as sorting, prioritizing, verifying patient and specimen identification, obtaining and entering demographic, clinical and additional information as required into the computerized laboratory information system.
- Process specimens as required by performing duties such as separating serum/plasma, centrifuging, planting/plating specimens, and sub-culturing broths according to established procedures.
- Package and send specimens and cultures to other laboratories utilizing the established Transport of Dangerous Goods (TDG) procedures.
- Store and dispose of specimens and cultures according to established procedures.
- Enter results and other data into the computerized laboratory information system, and distributes or communicates results according to procedure or as direction by the Medical Pathologist, Team Lead or Supervisor.
- Perform venipunctures and micro blood collection on adults, children and babies.
- Prepare and maintain staining solutions, and performs staining procedures.
- Maintain supplies for the specimen processing area, processes supply requisitions, and stocks supplies.
- Perform clerical duties such as answering the telephone, filing, tracking and distributing communications to appropriate staff and physicians as required.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
**What you bring**
Qualifications
- Grade 12, successful completion of a recognized Lab Assistant training program, plus one year’s recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
You will also have
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Ability to keyboard at 25 w.p.m.
- 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).
- Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, 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, Full-Time
**Wage**:$28.17/hour
**Location**:1081 Burrard Street, Vancouver BC, V6Z 1Y6
**Applications will be accepted until position is filled.**
**Hours of Work**:Monday - Friday, 1100-1900, 1500-2300, 1600-2400
**Requisition # **150229E
**As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.**
**What we do**
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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).
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.
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