The Lab Technician is primarily responsible for pre-analytical and post analytical work processes to accurately prepare analyzers and samples for testing and then to store and dispose of samples. The Lab Technician provides daily support to each department by delivering and preparing specimens for the testing area, preparing necessary reagents, troubleshooting problems, performing maintenance, storing, retrieving, and disposing of specimens. In addition, the Lab Technician provides input to the Lab Ops Supervisors concerning team issues and opportunities for improvement. 

Status: This is a temporary full-time float role with flexible shifts in Burnaby, BC.
Shifts: Temporary full time float that needs to be available to work days, evenings, nights and weekends.
Contract End Date: September 02, 2026
Discipline: Hematology
Number of positions: 1
Start Date: ASAP
Union: This is part of the BCGEU collective agreement.

This vacancy is for a net new position.

Core Accountabilities: 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 to departmental 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 standard operating procedures Performs wash-up duties to maintain Laboratory glassware for day-to-day operations, including acid-washing of glassware as required Performs equipment maintenance as per standard operating procedures. Maintenance must be followed by QC which is approved by certified/registered MLT. Performs tasks as required to maintain effective department operations, reviewing/updating protocols, 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 a certified/registered MLT Maintains confidentiality involving information made available directly or indirectly about clients including physicians, patients, employees and the company Observes and executes all laboratory safety and security policies and regulations, including location and use of safety equipment, evacuation routes, disposal of biological or chemical materials 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 Skills/Qualifications: Canadian Equivalent degree in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) or BMLSc or BSc Chemistry/Biochemistry or BSc Microbiology - Required Minimum 1 year of experience performing duties in a technician role — Required
(If no qualified candidates meet this requirement, applicants with equivalent education and demonstrated relevant skills may be considered.) Preference will be given to IEMLT applicants with international MLT laboratory experience within the past 5 years Excellent communication skills both written and verbal are required Intermediate level of computer experience in MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel programs is required, 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 Experience writing technical documents an asset