Medical Laboratory Technologist | Operations Supervisor

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Community Hospital Operations Supervisor, Medical Laboratory Technologist to join our Medical Laboratory Department at Elk Valley Hospital in Fernie, BC. 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,

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.

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages

Supervise, mentor and coach a small team of laboratory staff and coordination of daily inpatient/outpatient activities. Provide technical guidance to lab staff in conjunction with Specialists and leadership. Facilitates workplace solutions and promotes continuous learning. Coordinates the implementation of processes and procedures, standards, goals and objectives. Ensure that policies, procedures, accreditation and safety standards are maintained.

Shifts of work will be scheduled rotating days, evenings and nights.

Fields of Practice:
Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, & Transfusion Medicine.

Nestled in the breathtaking Elk Valley, Fernie is a picturesque mountain town known for its world-class skiing, hiking, and outdoor adventures. With the majestic Rocky Mountains as its backdrop, Fernie offers year-round recreation, from powder-filled winters on the slopes to summer hiking and mountain biking trails.

The town boasts a vibrant arts scene, local boutiques, and cozy cafes, creating a lively community atmosphere. Whether you’re exploring the stunning landscapes or enjoying the town’s local events, Fernie is the perfect destination for both adventure and relaxation.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of

B.C’s Top Employers!

Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work?

• Graduation from an approved Medical Laboratory Science Program.
• Successful completion of recognized competency assessment exam and registration in the relevant field(s) of practice in accordance with the Canadian Alliance of Medical Laboratory Professionals Regulators (CAMLPR) pathways, or certification with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS).
• Minimum of three (3) years’ recent experience as a general duty technologist in a medical laboratory
• Minimum of one (1) year recent leadership experience
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the facility