Job Description

Shift Supervisor, Multi Functional Core Lab, Royal Columbian HospitalProvincial Laboratory Medicine ServicesNew Westminster, BCWhat you\xe2\x80\x99ll do

• Ensure the efficient provision of laboratory services to meet patient care needs by reviewing workload, prioritizing requests and coordinating services with physicians, nurses, and other members of the health care team to maximize efficient use of resources.
• Oversee the quality of work, makes recommendations for improvements regarding issues such as workflow, policies and procedures, and staffing requirements to Site Supervisor or designate. Participate in evaluating and implementing improvements, and attends meetings with technical and operational leads concerning laboratory activities.
• Facilitate and report the resolution of issues such as incidents, staff performance, and equipment problems to the Site Supervisor or designate
• Ensure that the Site Supervisor or designate is kept informed of all quality and safety issues. Implements DAP standards and recommendations and ensures staff compliance. Ensure staff safety incidents and investigation reports are completed as per WorkSafeBC Regulation and PHSA Workplace Health standards. Comply with safety responsibilities as outlined in the WorkSafeBC Regulation and Lower Mainland Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Safety Manual.
• Determine related training needs and plans, organizes and conducts orientation for staff on evening/night/weekend shift as required. In collaboration with Site Supervisor or designate, conduct performance appraisals on assigned staff.
• Supervise and coordinate technical activities for a laboratory area by performing duties such as setting daily priorities and advising on abnormal or questionable test results, troubleshooting work related issues and instrumentation/equipment. Participate in interview panels for staff selection.
• Develop and maintain schedules for assigned staff in the evening/night/weekend shift; approve vacation, overtime and leave requests. Responsible for coordinating and planning laboratory staff and calling in and allocating staff as required
• Ensure that quality system/risk management standards are maintained for work performed on the evening/night/weekend shift by monitoring and evaluating laboratory activities.
• Perform the duties of a Medical Technologist 1 as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What you bringQualifications

• Certification with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS).
• Graduation from a recognized program in Medical Laboratory Technology, plus three (3) years of recent, related experience in minimum one discipline on the shift, including one (1) year of supervisory experience and completion of courses in supervision and time management, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

You will also have

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated, manage time, and work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment and use related software.
• Demonstrated physical ability to perform the job.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Laboratory operations.
• Demonstrated ability to accept responsibility, and makes decisions, organize and delegate work assignments.

• Commitment to develop knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents \xe2\x80\x93 including Truth & Reconciliation Commission\xe2\x80\x99s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC\'s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study \xe2\x80\x93 and how they intersect across the health care system.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC\'s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

What we bringEvery PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That\xe2\x80\x99s why we\xe2\x80\x99re focused on your care too \xe2\x80\x93 offering health, wellness, development programs to support you \xe2\x80\x93 at work and at home.

• Join one of BC\xe2\x80\x99s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations \xe2\x80\x93 offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San\xe2\x80\x99yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Wage: $40.83 - $50.94/hourLocation: 330 East Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC V3L 3W7
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Hours of Work: Rotating, Variable; Evenings, Nights, WeekenedsRequisition # 167221EAs per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.What we doprovides laboratory testing at 31 sites across the lower mainland and central coast of BC, including acute care hospital laboratories and specialty laboratories.PLMS is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).The Provincial Health Services Authority ( ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people \xe2\x80\x93 Be compassionate \xe2\x80\x93 Dare to innovate \xe2\x80\x93 Cultivate partnerships \xe2\x80\x93 Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs:PHSA and PLMS are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.PHSA is committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.One of PHSA\xe2\x80\x99s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya\'kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at .Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission\xe2\x80\x99s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC\'s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.ATTN: PHSA Employees:To be considered as a PHSA employee (internal applicant) for this position, you must apply online via your internal profile atPlease note the internal job posting will no longer be accessible after the expiry date of June 16, 2024. If the internal job posting has expired, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk and advise that you would like to be considered as a late internal applicant for this position. Please do not apply for the external job posting.If you have not registered your internal profile, a password is required to log in for the first time. To obtain your password, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk at 604-875-7264 or 1-855-875-7264. Please note regular business hours are Monday \xe2\x80\x93 Friday (excluding stats), 8:30am to 4:30pm. For inquiries outside of regular business hours, please email the Internal Jobs Help Desk at and a Help Desk Representative will contact you the next business day.Labor Agreement Health Science Professionals
Requisition # 167221E-2418616
Work Site 330 East Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC V3L 3W7
Job Type Regular, Full-Time
Salary/Rate $40.83 - $50.94 / Hour
FTE 1.00
Hours of Work Variable. For information on rotation and exact shift times, contact eileen.chow@fraserhealth.ca
Work Days Rotating
Expiry Date 05-Jul-2024

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