Medical Laboratory Assistant

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our Medical Laboratory Department at Penticton Regional Hospital in Penticton, BC. If Medical Laboratory Science is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today! Who We Are Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve. What We Offer We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career: Employee & Family Assistance Program Employer paid training/education opportunities Generous Vacation Entitlement Employer Paid Health Benefits Municipal Pension Plan Shift Premiums Competitive wages About The Job The successful applicant will be primarily located at the Penticton Regional Hospital and will be required to work shifts and cover collections at the nearby Summerland Health Centre. An unrestricted class 5 drivers license is a requirement of this position. Medical Laboratory Assistants perform a variety of duties such as taking blood and specimen samples from patients, preparing blood and other specimens for analysis, performing routine lab tests, distributing specimens to departments and outside Labs, operating related equipment, entering data into the LIS and performing related clerical duties and ECG testing as required. This is a Permanent Full Time (1.00) opportunity. Shifts of work will be scheduled rotating days, evenings and nights. About this Location Enjoy beach days, boating and the iconic channel float in the summer, and visit the surrounding mountains for hiking, biking and skiing throughout the year. Penticton is home to over 80 wineries, plus breweries, cideries and distilleries, all within walking or biking distance of downtown. Explore local markets, great eateries and a vibrant arts and culture scene. With endless outdoor recreation, family fun and a welcoming community, there’s something for everyone in Penticton. Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!

Perform blood and specimen collection from patients and prepare them for analysis. Conduct routine lab tests, operate equipment, and manage data entry into the Laboratory Information System.

Requires an unrestricted class 5 driver's license and the ability to work rotating day, evening, and night shifts. Candidates should be motivated individuals with a passion for Medical Laboratory Science.

• Employee & Family Assistance Program • Employer paid training/education opportunities • Generous Vacation Entitlement • Employer Paid Health Benefits • Municipal Pension Plan • Shift Premiums • Competitive wages

• Clinical carePreferred
• Data entryPreferred

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• Phlebotomy
• Specimen Collection
• Laboratory Testing
• Data Entry
• ECG Testing
• LIS Operation
• Clerical Duties
• Patient Care

• Healthcare
• Science & Research

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 25, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level