Combined Laboratory/X-Ray Technologist

Island Health·Salt Spring Island, British Columbia

CA$39 - CA$49/hrCasual On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 1 hour ago

Practice for this role

Combined Laboratory/X-Ray Technologist · CA$39 - CA$49/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-6% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Salt Spring Island, British Columbia (CA$41.42/hr)

CA$30.28/hr · p10p90 · CA$43.23/hr

this role: CA$38.93/hrmedian CA$41.42/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted healthcare roles in Salt Spring Island, British Columbia rates. This role sits in the 43rd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 6% below the Salt Spring Island, British Columbia median for similar positions.

Receive and complete requisitions, forms, and reports. Monitor patients. Perform general imaging procedures (as qualified), including archiving acquired images. Carry out routine laboratory and ECG testing (as qualified). Utilize computerized patient data systems. Prepare and monitor supplies and equipment

Close Date Location Lady Minto Hospital (LMH) - Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 1T1 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 0700-1500, 1100-1900 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $38.93 - $48.59 Paid FTE n/a Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS n/a Planned Start Date Jul. 20 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent No CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority,patient 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. Reporting to the Supervisor or designate, the Laboratory Combined Technologist receives and completes requisitions, forms and reports; monitors patients; performs general imaging procedures, as qualified, including archiving acquired images; carries out routine Laboratory and ECG testing, as qualified; utilizes computerized patient data systems; and prepares and monitors supplies and equipment.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience Graduation from a recognized combined Laboratory/ Medical Radiography Technician Program; One (1) year recent related experience; or An equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Skills And Abilities
Meet deadlines.
Determine and deal with emergent situations.
Organize, prioritize and coordinate workload.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff and other health care providers.
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Foster good public relations.
Work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team.
Problem solve.
Operate related equipment, including computerized systems.
Keyboard at 30 wpm.
Physically and emotionally perform the duties of the position. Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD4389.pdf Additional information for applicants Additional Clauses Requisition CA Health Science Professionals Affiliation/Union HSA

Requirements

Graduation from a recognized combined Laboratory/Medical Radiography Technician Program.

One (1) year recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Ability to meet deadlines and determine/deal with emergent situations.

Ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate workload.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, and other health care providers.

Effective verbal and written communication.

Ability to foster good public relations.

Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary health care team.

Ability to problem solve.

Ability to operate related equipment including computerized systems.

Keyboard at 30 wpm.

Ability to physically and emotionally perform the duties of the position.

Criminal Record Check required (working with or having access to children or vulnerable adults)

Problem solving
Deadline management
Public relations
Laboratory testing
Operating related equipment
Patient monitoring
Workload organization and prioritization
ECG testing
Effective communication (verbal and written)
Image archiving
Imaging procedures
Computerized patient data systems
Keyboarding (30 wpm)
Independent work and multidisciplinary team collaboration
Supply and equipment preparation and monitoring
Requisition, form, and report completion
Emergent situation response

Posting details

Employment type: Casual
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: CA$39 - CA$49/hr
Location: Salt Spring Island, British Columbia
Posted: Sep 6, 2026
Application: Employer website

Combined lab and x-ray roles in BC

In British Columbia, combined Laboratory/X-Ray Technologist roles are often sought in settings that need flexible diagnostic coverage across lab and imaging services. Competition can be strong because employers typically look for recent related experience, the ability to handle emergent situations, and strong organization and prioritization skills. Before applying, review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare them with the original job description and confirm your fit.