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Laboratory Assistant

2 months ago


Mission, British Columbia, Canada Provincial Health Services Authority Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Laboratory Assistant to join our team at the Provincial Health Services Authority. As a Laboratory Assistant, you will play a critical role in supporting the laboratory team by performing various tasks related to specimen handling, data entry, and laboratory procedures.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare specimens for testing by performing duties such as centrifugation, aliquoting, and loading samples onto specimen racks.
  • Verify COVID-related specimen type according to established procedures, sort and assign laboratory numbers to specimens, and apply barcode labels according to established operating procedures.
  • Receive incoming specimens and requisitions, checking for accuracy and completeness of information such as personal health number, name, date of birth, and COVID-related test required. Contact physicians or labs for missing information and make necessary corrections.
  • Process test requisitions by entering patient data into computer systems, issuing new patient identification numbers where required, obtaining or clarifying missing information, correcting errors in patient demographic data, and entering corrections into computer systems. Enter test requests into the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
  • Respond to requests for test results, faxing them as required.
  • Receive telephone/fax requests for information and direct requests according to established procedures.
  • File and organize records, such as requisitions, statistical information.
  • Identify and communicate operational issues and computer/equipment-related problems to supervisor.
  • Store and retrieve COVID-related specimens under appropriate conditions, document, and ship samples to other laboratories and discard samples according to established procedures.
  • Prepare, record, and send specimens and appropriate request forms to outside/referral laboratories and hospitals according to Transport of Dangerous Goods (TDG) and other regulatory requirements.
  • Prepare test runs by pulling specimens for worksheets, matching specimens and requisitions, and retrieving frozen samples for testing.
  • Order and receive supplies.
  • Deliver samples and related documentation to and from in-house laboratory sections.
  • Maintain laboratory equipment, such as refrigerators, freezers, centrifuges, and testing equipment, as directed, by performing duties such as cleaning and temperature recording. Perform maintenance procedures according to established procedures. Recognize malfunctions in equipment and report these to the lead hand or designate.
  • Maintain daily cleaning and disinfection of work areas and equipment according to established schedule and procedure by performing duties such as preparing fresh disinfectant solutions, wiping bench tops and equipment following established procedures, and according to established weekly and monthly procedures. Perform waste management duties as per standard operating procedures.
  • Keep workstations well stocked with supplies. Monitor supplies and advise lead hand or designate when supplies need replenishing and perform related duties such as receiving, recording, and storing new shipments of supplies.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
  • Grade 12 plus one year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Ability to keyboard at 35 wpm.
  • 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.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of social, economic, political, and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism, and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments.
What We Offer
  • Opportunity to work with a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs.
  • Access to 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.

Location: 7324 Hurd St, Mission 1, BC V2V 3H5

Job Type: Temporary, Part-Time - Until return of incumbent

Wage: $27.82 / Hour

Closing date: Applications accepted until position is filled

Hours of Work: Rotating Days

Requisition #: 172984E