Medical Laboratory Clerk
4 days ago
**Medical Laboratory Clerk**
General Hospital Labs
Powell River, BC
Within the context of a client and family centered care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, this position is responsible to perform a variety of clerical duties in support of Laboratory Services. Processes test requisitions and enters pertinent information into computer system. Explains requisition information to patients. Distributes specimen collection information and containers. Answers telephone: responds to general enquires, takes and relays messages or refers caller to appropriate person or area. Makes appointments. Opens, sorts and distributes mail. Prepares/types reports and maintains related records
**What you’ll do**
- Processes test requisitions by receiving written or verbal instructions from physicians and enters pertinent information into computer system such as age, weight and fasting according to the specific laboratory test required; explains requisition information to patients.
- Distributes Laboratory Specimen Collection Containers including pertinent specimen collection information.
- Answers telephone; responds to general enquires, takes and relays messages or refers caller to appropriate person or area. Makes appointments and attends to urgent requests.
- Records tests on Laboratory forms for billing purposes.
- Opens, sorts and distributes mail; sorts Laboratory reports for distribution to physicians and referral laboratories.
- Prepares/types reports and maintains related records.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
**What you bring**
Qualifications
- Grade 12, medical terminology, two years’ recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Ability to keyboard at 45 w.p.m.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with other effectively.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
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).
**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**:Casual
**Wage**:$26.18 / hour
**Location**:5000 Joyce Ave, Powell River, BC V8A 5R3
**Closing date**:Applications accepted until position is filled
**Hours of Work**:Monday-Friday varying start times
**Requisition # **175688E
**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
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