Medical Lab Technologist (BCGEU) - Microbiology
About The Position
For over 50 years, LifeLabs has been Canada’s leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems, enabling patients and healthcare practitioners to diagnose, treat, monitor and prevent disease. We are passionate about empowering healthier Canadians through accessible, accurate, and innovative diagnostic services. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers, reflecting our deep commitment to our core values of caring, agility, teamwork, and a customer-centered approach. As part of this commitment, LifeLabs prioritizes the ongoing development of our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program to better serve the needs of our diverse workforce and the communities we serve. We continue to take steps to challenge ourselves to act with courage and integrity, and to create an environment where people can be their true selves. These values are not just words on a page, they guide our actions and decisions every day and have come to define our team culture. We are seeking detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Technologists to perform clinical testing, quality control, and analyzer maintenance to ensure accurate and timely patient results across laboratory disciplines. The successful candidate will uphold laboratory quality, safety, and regulatory standards while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Registration through CAMLPR pathways or certification with CSMLS.
- Recent experience in the relevant laboratory discipline is preferred.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in MS Windows-based systems and laboratory software.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Successful applicant may be cross-trained in the Urinalysis and/or Molecular departments based on operational needs.
Responsibilities
- Perform clinical testing and release accurate patient results in accordance with established protocols.
- Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory analyzers and equipment.
- Conduct and monitor quality control procedures; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
- Validate new reagent lots and support implementation of new methods and instrumentation.
- Utilize laboratory information systems for specimen processing, test management, and result reporting.
- Participate in external proficiency testing and post‑software upgrade validations.
- Maintain expertise in specimen handling, critical values, rejection criteria, storage requirements, and test-specific protocols.
- Ensure compliance with laboratory quality standards, safety policies, WHMIS, and chemical hygiene regulations.
- Support team effectiveness through training, documentation updates, and process improvement initiatives.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of patient and organizational information.
Benefits
- Competitive coverage for employees and their families to support their overall health and wellness needs, including Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance.
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Vacation and Wellness Days
- Employee Wellness and Giving Programs: Our award winning mental, physical and financial wellness programs aim to address the comprehensive well-being of our team members, including resources like the Employee & Family Assistance Program, financial planning tools, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs, including WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc., and optional health-related benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
