Lab Technical Assistant; BCGEU- Temporary Casual BC

Lab Technical Assistant

Status: Temporary Casual
Shift: Flexible shift times rotate Monday to Saturday
Positions: 1
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: 1 June 2027
Internal Final date to receive applications: 2 June 2026
Union: BCGEU collective bargaining agreement

• Receive, accession, sort and prepare specimens for testing
• Perform manual and automated testing procedures under the guidance of a Medical Laboratory Technologist
• Respond to phone inquiries from Life Labs employees and clients such as hospitals, clinics and physicians
• Clean, maintain, and operate instruments and other equipment
• Participate in problem solving in work organization and workflow to drive continuous improvement
• Always ensure test quality and personal safety

• High School diploma with courses in post‑secondary science or medical terminology
• Previous laboratory experience an asset
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced collaborative environment while being detail oriented and hands‑on
• Excellent communication skills to enable you to relate with a wide variety of people
• Strong computer skills in MS Office products
• Problem‑solving skills, including the ability to identify and follow up on issues
• Ability to maintain the strictest standards of safety, patient privacy and confidentiality

Life Labs’ compensation programs are commensurate based on the role, skill, effort, responsibility and working conditions, irrespective of gender, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age or any other personal characteristics. Pay programs are communicated regularly in an accessible and transparent manner.

• Employee Group Benefits:
  Competitive coverage for employees and their families to support 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:
  Mental, physical and financial wellness initiatives, including Employee & Family Assistance Program, financial planning tools and recognition initiatives.
• Professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs, including Work Perks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, and optional health‑related benefits.

In accordance with Life Labs’ Accessibility Policy, accommodations are available by request for candidates during all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Vaccinations are highly encouraged. Vaccination or immunization screening may be mandatory for selected employees if regulated by provincial or regional governments or employer‑led policies.