Job Description

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Position Summary

Are you a registered Medical Laboratory Technologist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Laboratory department.



Performs established laboratory procedures and related duties under the direction of the Chief Technologist and in accordance with hospital and departmental policy in the fields of biochemistry, hematology, blood bank, urinalysis, accessioning, and phlebotomy.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:

Monday to Friday, Days - 07:00 to 15:00, 08:00 to 16:00. On call is required and shared.

Fort Nelson General Hospital

is an important health centre for the north. The hospital houses 25 Acute Care beds and 8 Long-term beds. Services include:

Lab and X-ray facilities Community Counselling Services Minor Surgery Physiotherapy Massage Therapy Regular visitation from a pediatrician

Fort Nelson

is located in the northernmost reaches of the Rocky Mountains, has magnificent scenery and landscapes. The main industries are forestry, natural gas, transportation and tourism. The population is approximately 3,370. There are now three elementary schools and one secondary school. Fort Nelson is a charming and friendly community with genuine personality. The importance of the Alaska Highway is immediately evident and the town itself is built around the highway, with the museum, gas stations, shopping, Check out Fort Nelson for more information for those who want a slower pace lifestyle.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits. Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions Employee referral program Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC "Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession) Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.

Examples may include:

Program certificates or diplomas High school/college/university transcripts etc. It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

Are you an International Applicant? Before

applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page
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Qualifications

Must have successfully completed an approved training course in medical technology and be currently registered with the Canadian Society of Laboratory Technologists.

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to perform tasks according to prescribed procedures. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to work without direct supervision. Ability to operate related equipment. Ability to organize work. The physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.
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Comments

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Competition #:

05708548


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Employee Type:

PERMANENT FULL TIME


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Bargaining Unit:

HSA


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Facility:

FORT NELSON GENERAL HOSPI


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Location:

Fort Nelson, BC


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Department:

FNH MULTI-FUNCTION LAB


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Reports To:

LEAD MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST


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Hourly Wage:

$36.69 - $45.81


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Close Date:

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025






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