Lab Technician; BCGEU – Temporary BC

Ensures all specimens are prepared for testing following established procedures, including visual

QA of specimens

Prepares reagents as per standard operating procedures on testing systems that do not require

MLT to verify acceptability of reagent prior to patient result reporting

Loads analyzers and instruments with patient, validation and/or QC samples according todepartmental procedures and under the supervision of a certified/registered MLT

Handles specimens in and out of specimen managers, including appropriate disposal

Monitors, replenishes and orders as required supplies for testing areas

Operates and maintains related preanalytical and post-analytical equipment as per standardoperating procedures

Performs wash-up duties to maintain Laboratory glassware for day-to-day operations, includingacid-washing of glassware as required

Performs equipment maintenance as per standard operating procedures. Maintenance must befollowed by QC which is approved by certified/registered MLT.

Performs tasks as required to maintain effective department operations, reviewing/updatingprotocols, participating in regulatory audits, participating in safety initiatives or meetings

Resolve pending and overdue list in coordination with certified/registered MLT

Perform routine deionized water sample collection and send out for testing

Performs data entry for department statistics and analyzer validations under the supervision of acertified/registered MLT

Maintains confidentiality involving information made available directly or indirectly about clientsincluding physicians, patients, employees and the company

Observes and executes all laboratory safety and security policies and regulations, includinglocation and use of safety equipment, evacuation routes, disposal of biological or chemicalmaterials

Maintains knowledge of safety, WHMIS and Environmental Health and Safety standards

Participate and support process improvement activities within the departments

Training and orientation of all team members

Required Canadian Equivalent degree in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) or BMLSc or BScChemistry/Biochemistry or BSc Microbiology. Preference will be given to IEMLT applicants withprevious laboratory experience

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal are required

Intermediate level of computer experience in MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel programs isrequired, and EP Evaluator program experience is an asset

Good problem-solving skills with attention to detail

Good organizational skills and ability to work under pressure (high volume specimen processing)

Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team