Medical Technologist 4 - Chief Technologist

Come work as a Medical Technologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Medical Technologist to join the Clinical Laboratory Team at Bella Coola General Hospital in Bella Coola, BC. Apply today to join our team!

As an Medical Technologist, you will

• Be responsible to provide technical leadership and expertise in the provisioning of Laboratory Services.
• Perform a variety of routine/complex tests utilizing manual and automated procedures/instruments.
• Facilitate workplace solutions and the implementation of new techniques and procedures.
• Schedule staff activities and participates in recruitment and performance management; train and coach team members.
• Participate in the planning and coordination of services; monitor the quality of technical work performed to ensure departmental standards are met and safety procedures are followed.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree, an Advanced Registered certificate or completion of a supervisory/management program.
• Five (5) years’ recent related experience, including supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Certified by the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure in a constantly changing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and deal with others effectively in a supportive and positive manner.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Comprehensive knowledge and recent related experience in related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to manage own learning to meet future challenges within the organization.
• Basic knowledge of computerized systems relating to the laboratory.
• Skill in the operation of related equipment and in techniques appropriate to the laboratory.
• Demonstrated ability to function as a team member, leader and facilitator
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.

As per the current Public Health Orders (Long Term Care/Seniors Assisted Living Provincial Health Officer Order and the Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2023.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.