Medical Laboratory Technician - Histology - Full-time - Afternoon Shift

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Medical Laboratory Technologist to join our Medical Laboratory Department at Nicola Valley Hospital in Merritt , B.If Medical Laboratory Science is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today! Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.

We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer paid training/education opportunities

Generous Vacation Entitlement

Employer Paid Health Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

Shift Premiums

Competitive wages

In accordance with established vision and values of the organization, within the context of client-centred care, and in accordance with established standards of professional practice, policies, procedures, this position works in a team based environment and under general supervision of the Operations Supervisor, Professional Practice Leader or other designated personnel performs a variety of routine and/or complex tests utilizing manual procedures and automated instruments within the laboratory. Position is also responsible for functions such as greeting patients, collecting and/or receiving specimens, entering data into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and related computer systems/programs, 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 individual or all sections of the lab (such as, microbiology, histology, cytology, etc.) with a view to learning new/existing tests and procedures for use in the Laboratory.

Field of practice for this position is: Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Transfusion Medicine (Science)

This is a Permanent Full Time (1.0) position.

Shifts of work will be scheduled rotating days and evenings.

Nestled in the Nicola Valley, Merritt blends outdoor adventure with rich cultural history. Known as the “Country Music Capital of Canada,” Merritt’s vibrant cultural scene includes live music, local galleries, and country music murals. With a welcoming community, mild winters, sunny summers and over 200 nearby lakes, Merritt is the perfect place to live, work, play and grow.

Applicable positions may qualify for up to $20,000 as a recruitment incentive and/or be eligible for relocation allowance.