Medical Laboratory Technologist, Cancer Genetics P2A
About the role
Job Title:
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST, CANCER GENETICS P2A
Requisition #:
189790
Job Location:
Canada-British Columbia-Vancouver
Department:
Molecular Genetics
Job Type:
Casual, Part Time
Start Date of Employment:
03-Nov-2025
Posting Date:
02-Oct-2025
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, occasional Saturdays and/or Sundays
Hours of Work:
0900-1700
Work Site:
600 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver
Salary/Rate:
$38.08/Hour
Job Summary: In accordance with the Purpose, Vision, Values, Coast Salish Teachings, and strategic direction of PHSA, safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Medical Laboratory Technologist, Cancer Genetics performs established and/or new clinical genetic procedures in accordance with established protocols including all safety procedures. Duties/Accountabilities: 1. Performs clinical genetic procedures in Molecular and/or Cytogenetics on an extended bench rotation, following established protocols, such as in-situ hybridization procedures, deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and ribonucleic acid (RNA) extraction and quantification, polymerized chain reaction (PCR) and reverse transcriptase (RT)-PCR analysis, culture, harvest, preparation and chromosome analysis of bone marrow, blood and solid tumours, and preparation of karyotypes. 2. Performs a variety of quality assurance and quality control duties including ensuring equipment is operating according to established standards by performing duties such as ensuring required validation, calibration and maintenance is completed according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), repairing equipment and/or initiating repair, checking equipment records for documentation of maintenance and completion of servicing. Recognizes malfunctions in equipment and initiates corrective action and forwards discrepancies/concerns to the Section Head. 3. Provides input into the review of workload and advises on adjusting schedules according to workload to meet operational requirements. 4. Participates in quality assurance programs for the Section through methods such as gathering data on turn around times for tests, monitoring performance indicators, quality control programs, and productivity indicators. Monitors quality control procedures and preparation of control sera pools, prepares and checks statistics as required. 5. Participates in the maintenance of SOPs for the Section by performing duties such as reviewing existing policy/procedures, drafting new policy/procedures and making recommendations to the Section Head. 6. Participates in orientation and training of Student Technologists, Technologists, Residents, and Pathologists and competency-based training program for the section by demonstration and verbal instruction in the use of molecular and cytogenetic techniques. 7. Participates in the evaluation of new products and equipment by performing duties such as testing and providing input to the Section Head. 8. Assists with maintenance of a variety of records/databases, such as workload statistics, through methods such as gathering information, completing analysis and recording information. 9. Maintains laboratory supplies by reordering according to established procedures. 10. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Education, Training and Experience • Certification with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS). • BSc plus graduation from a recognized Clinical Genetics program and two (2) years of recent, related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Skills and Abilities • Demonstrated interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, patients and community health care partners, both verbally and in writing. • Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational skills. • Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated, manage time, and work independently. • Demonstrated knowledge of speciality area and current knowledge of the most recent advances in clinical genetics. • Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment and use related software. • Demonstrated ability to instruct. • Demonstrated physical ability to perform the job.
About Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA)
PHSA plans, manages and evaluates selected specialty and province-wide health care services across B.C., working with the five geographic health authorities to deliver province-wide solutions that improve the health of British Columbians. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.
Our programs and services include: BC Cancer • BC Centre for Disease Control • BC Children's Hospital • Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children • BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services • BC Renal • BC Transplant • BC Women's Hospital and Health Centre • Cardiac Services BC • Perinatal Services BC • BC Emergency Health Services. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: https://jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
Every 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’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth and development. • Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas 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. • 13 annual statutory holidays 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). • Perks including onsite fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.
PHSA is 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.
Medical Laboratory Technologist, Cancer Genetics P2A
About the role
Job Title:
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST, CANCER GENETICS P2A
Requisition #:
189790
Job Location:
Canada-British Columbia-Vancouver
Department:
Molecular Genetics
Job Type:
Casual, Part Time
Start Date of Employment:
03-Nov-2025
Posting Date:
02-Oct-2025
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, occasional Saturdays and/or Sundays
Hours of Work:
0900-1700
Work Site:
600 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver
Salary/Rate:
$38.08/Hour
Job Summary: In accordance with the Purpose, Vision, Values, Coast Salish Teachings, and strategic direction of PHSA, safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Medical Laboratory Technologist, Cancer Genetics performs established and/or new clinical genetic procedures in accordance with established protocols including all safety procedures. Duties/Accountabilities: 1. Performs clinical genetic procedures in Molecular and/or Cytogenetics on an extended bench rotation, following established protocols, such as in-situ hybridization procedures, deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and ribonucleic acid (RNA) extraction and quantification, polymerized chain reaction (PCR) and reverse transcriptase (RT)-PCR analysis, culture, harvest, preparation and chromosome analysis of bone marrow, blood and solid tumours, and preparation of karyotypes. 2. Performs a variety of quality assurance and quality control duties including ensuring equipment is operating according to established standards by performing duties such as ensuring required validation, calibration and maintenance is completed according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), repairing equipment and/or initiating repair, checking equipment records for documentation of maintenance and completion of servicing. Recognizes malfunctions in equipment and initiates corrective action and forwards discrepancies/concerns to the Section Head. 3. Provides input into the review of workload and advises on adjusting schedules according to workload to meet operational requirements. 4. Participates in quality assurance programs for the Section through methods such as gathering data on turn around times for tests, monitoring performance indicators, quality control programs, and productivity indicators. Monitors quality control procedures and preparation of control sera pools, prepares and checks statistics as required. 5. Participates in the maintenance of SOPs for the Section by performing duties such as reviewing existing policy/procedures, drafting new policy/procedures and making recommendations to the Section Head. 6. Participates in orientation and training of Student Technologists, Technologists, Residents, and Pathologists and competency-based training program for the section by demonstration and verbal instruction in the use of molecular and cytogenetic techniques. 7. Participates in the evaluation of new products and equipment by performing duties such as testing and providing input to the Section Head. 8. Assists with maintenance of a variety of records/databases, such as workload statistics, through methods such as gathering information, completing analysis and recording information. 9. Maintains laboratory supplies by reordering according to established procedures. 10. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Education, Training and Experience • Certification with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS). • BSc plus graduation from a recognized Clinical Genetics program and two (2) years of recent, related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Skills and Abilities • Demonstrated interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, patients and community health care partners, both verbally and in writing. • Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational skills. • Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated, manage time, and work independently. • Demonstrated knowledge of speciality area and current knowledge of the most recent advances in clinical genetics. • Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment and use related software. • Demonstrated ability to instruct. • Demonstrated physical ability to perform the job.
About Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA)
PHSA plans, manages and evaluates selected specialty and province-wide health care services across B.C., working with the five geographic health authorities to deliver province-wide solutions that improve the health of British Columbians. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.
Our programs and services include: BC Cancer • BC Centre for Disease Control • BC Children's Hospital • Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children • BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services • BC Renal • BC Transplant • BC Women's Hospital and Health Centre • Cardiac Services BC • Perinatal Services BC • BC Emergency Health Services. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: https://jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
Every 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’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth and development. • Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas 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. • 13 annual statutory holidays 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). • Perks including onsite fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.
PHSA is 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.