Posted 16 days ago
Microbiology Technologist
@ Island Health
Victoria, British Columbia
Overview
Island Health is hiring a temporary Microbiology Technologist in its Department of Laboratory Medicine, Pathology and Medical Genetics to perform established microbiology lab procedures, including detecting and identifying bacteria and clinically significant organisms. Requires a Medical Laboratory Technology diploma and registration or certification, with a focus on quality and patient safety.
Responsibilities:
- Perform established microbiology lab procedures
- Analyse to detect and identify bacteria and clinically significant organisms
- Demonstrate procedures to employees and students
- Support quality and patient safety
Requirements summary:
- Medical Laboratory Technology diploma
- CAMLPR registration or CSMLS certification
- Microbiology courses within two years or one year recent experience
- Communication with patients, families and health care providers
- Knowledge of microbiology testing methods
- Physical ability to perform the duties
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-21
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-22
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Laboratory, Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CAMLPR registration, CSMLS certification |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Medical Laboratory Technology |
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Island Health
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company size | 10001+ |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1,246 |
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
The Department of Laboratory Medicine, Pathology and Medical Genetics (LMPMG) is committed to enhancing patient care through the provision of consistently high quality laboratory services.
Reporting to the Supervisor or delegate, the Microbiology Technologist performs established microbiology laboratory procedures, including analysing to detect and identify bacteria and clinically significant organisms.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
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)
Graduation from a recognized diploma program in Medical Laboratory Technology.
Completion of microbiology related courses within the last two years or one (1) year recent, related experience within the last six years in the microbiology section of the laboratory, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Skills And Abilities
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and deal effectively with patients/residents, families, staff, physicians, research staff, and other health care providers.
- Demonstrated current knowledge of microbiology laboratory testing, techniques, methods and procedures.
- Knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures related to laboratory technology.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated conflict resolution, critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
- Ability to work independently, prioritize issues and workload, and complete assigned work.
- Ability to operate related equipment, including computerized information systems.
- Demonstrated ability to demonstrate procedures to other employees and students.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD3859.pdfJournal
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