Lhso 21r

Posting Title- LHSO 21R - Laboratory Officer - Post Mortem- Position Classification- Laboratory/Hlth Science Of R21- Union- GEU- Location- Abbotsford, BC V2S 1H4 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- $63,446.31 - $72,142.65 annually- Close Date- 2/15/2023- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Agriculture and Food- Ministry Branch / Division- SPID- Job Summary**A great opportunity to take the next step in your career**

The Plant and Animal Health Branch provides veterinary diagnostic laboratory and disease investigation services for the Province. The Animal Health Centre is the provincial veterinary diagnostic laboratory and, as a major part of the Plant and Animal Health Branch, has the mandate to provide diagnostic, monitoring, investigative, surveillance and regulatory programs for livestock, poultry and finfish production industries of British Columbia.

This position is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient operation of the necropsy and its equipment including cleaning and disinfecting the necropsy room and maintaining inventories of supplies. This position follows standard procedures for preparing whole animals for necropsy examination, receiving and processing specimens and safely disposing of biological materials.

**Job Requirements**:

- Registration as an Animal Health Technologist with minimum 1 year experience in the veterinary field.
- Minimum 1 year experience performing veterinary parasitological techniques and identifications.
- Preference may be given to applicants with experience as a post-mortem technician in a veterinary diagnostic laboratory.

Proviso and Willingness Statements
- Must be in good physical condition and able to deal with demanding physical requirements of working in the Necropsy area (e.g. heavy lifting or pushing of animal carcasses such as horses or cows).
- Maintains American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnostics (AAVLD) certification through participation in periodic internal and external proficiency test panels for quality assurance purposes.
- Meet safety standards of Work Safe BC including WHMIS and Transportation of Dangerous Goods training.
- Must be willing to participate in the PAHB rabies vaccination and surveillance program.

**About this Position**:
2 positions are available. There is currently one permanent position and one temporary position available until August 30, 2023.
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary or permanent vacancies.

**Working for the BC Public Service**:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

**How to Apply**:
**Cover Letter: NO** - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

**Questionnaire: YES (COMPREHENSIVE)** - You will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

**Additional Information**:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.
- Job Category- Health Services