Supervisor, Medical Laboratory Assistant

Supervisor, Medical Laboratory Assistant

Island Health

Location: Victoria

Salary: CAD 60,000 - 90,000

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reports to the Team Leader or Chief Technologist. Utilizing a variety of specialized computer software applications, and as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team, the Supervisor, Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for the day-to-day administrative operation of assigned areas; supervises and directs more than ten (10) assigned laboratory staff; and performs a variety of laboratory procedures and tests.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience
Grade 12; Graduation from a recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant Training Program; and three (3) years recent related experience, including one (1) year in a supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to supervise
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to deal with others effectively
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
• Ability to organize work
• Ability to operate related equipment, including a computer utilizing a variety of software applications