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Lab Technician / Pharmacist
Medical Technologist - Bella
Lab Technician / Pharmacist
#38909
Remote / WFH
Vancouver Coastal Health
Job Description
alary Details: The salary range for this position is CAD $38.93/Hr. - CAD $48.59/Hr. Job Summary:
Come work as a Medical Technologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) at Heiltsuk Hospital in Bella Bella, BC! Apply now to join the team!
Within the context of a patient/client and family-centred framework and continuum-based care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice and the vision, values and policies of the organization, this position works in a team based environment and performs a variety of routine and/or complex tests utilizing manual procedures and automated instruments within a designated laboratory area. Position is also responsible for functions such as greeting patients, collecting and/or receiving specimens, entering data into a computerized laboratory system, validating and reporting test results, maintaining instruments and preparing solutions and control agents in accordance with established procedures and safety standards. Participates in departmental training programs in chemistry, haematology, blood transfusion and other related areas with a view to learning new/existing tests and procedures for use in the Laboratory.
This work is framed within VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health.
ABOUT BELLA BELLA, BC
Bella Bella is a beautiful island community off the central coast of British Columbia, 690 km north of Vancouver. It is surrounded by a magical world of channels, inlets and old growth forest. It is home to salmon, orcas, humpbacks, bald eagles and the other denizens of the Pacific Northwest. The climate is mild and the area is a paradise for kayaking, sport fishing, hiking and photography.
The Heiltsuk Hospital in Bella Bella has 7 acute beds, 7 long term care beds and a 4-bed emergency department open 24/7, along with Laboratory and Diagnostic Imaging services. It offers telehealth services as well as speciality clinics. Heiltsuk Hospital also has an Intensive Case Management team for mental health and substance use. There is a medical clinic and a pharmacy located in the hospital. The healthcare team consists of Physicians, RNs, LPNs, PCAs, Laboratory and Radiology Technologists, Combined Lab/X-Ray Technologists, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Assistants, and Support Services Personnel.
Heiltsuk Hospital is located on the traditional territories of the Heiltsuk Nation. It is one of the only provincial hospitals located on a reserve in all of Canada.
For more information, please refer to this link: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/indigenous-peoples/information-indians.html
Qualifications:
Education & Experience
Successful completion of recognized competency assessment exam and registration in the relevant field(s) of practice in accordance with the Canadian Alliance of Medical Laboratory Professionals Regulators (CAMLPR) pathways (Core Lab), or certification with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS).
One-year recent related experience in the designated discipline within the last six years, and/or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Basic knowledge of knowledge of laboratory procedures and techniques including quality control.
Basic knowledge of research process and methodology.
Basic knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care using point of care instrumentation.
Demonstrated ability to function as a team member.
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure in a constantly changing environment.
Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths-based care.
Come work as a Medical Technologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) at Heiltsuk Hospital in Bella Bella, BC! Apply now to join the team!
Within the context of a patient/client and family-centred framework and continuum-based care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice and the vision, values and policies of the organization, this position works in a team based environment and performs a variety of routine and/or complex tests utilizing manual procedures and automated instruments within a designated laboratory area. Position is also responsible for functions such as greeting patients, collecting and/or receiving specimens, entering data into a computerized laboratory system, validating and reporting test results, maintaining instruments and preparing solutions and control agents in accordance with established procedures and safety standards. Participates in departmental training programs in chemistry, haematology, blood transfusion and other related areas with a view to learning new/existing tests and procedures for use in the Laboratory.
This work is framed within VCH’s commitments to our pillars of Indigenous Cultural Safety, Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Planetary Health.
ABOUT BELLA BELLA, BC
Bella Bella is a beautiful island community off the central coast of British Columbia, 690 km north of Vancouver. It is surrounded by a magical world of channels, inlets and old growth forest. It is home to salmon, orcas, humpbacks, bald eagles and the other denizens of the Pacific Northwest. The climate is mild and the area is a paradise for kayaking, sport fishing, hiking and photography.
The Heiltsuk Hospital in Bella Bella has 7 acute beds, 7 long term care beds and a 4-bed emergency department open 24/7, along with Laboratory and Diagnostic Imaging services. It offers telehealth services as well as speciality clinics. Heiltsuk Hospital also has an Intensive Case Management team for mental health and substance use. There is a medical clinic and a pharmacy located in the hospital. The healthcare team consists of Physicians, RNs, LPNs, PCAs, Laboratory and Radiology Technologists, Combined Lab/X-Ray Technologists, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Assistants, and Support Services Personnel.
Heiltsuk Hospital is located on the traditional territories of the Heiltsuk Nation. It is one of the only provincial hospitals located on a reserve in all of Canada.
For more information, please refer to this link: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/indigenous-peoples/information-indians.html
Qualifications:
Education & Experience
Successful completion of recognized competency assessment exam and registration in the relevant field(s) of practice in accordance with the Canadian Alliance of Medical Laboratory Professionals Regulators (CAMLPR) pathways (Core Lab), or certification with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS).
One-year recent related experience in the designated discipline within the last six years, and/or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Basic knowledge of knowledge of laboratory procedures and techniques including quality control.
Basic knowledge of research process and methodology.
Basic knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care using point of care instrumentation.
Demonstrated ability to function as a team member.
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure in a constantly changing environment.
Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Harm Reduction approaches and Strengths-based care.
