Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA)·Surrey, British Columbia
Prepare, receive, verify, accession, sort, label, store, and distribute laboratory specimens..
Enter and correct patient demographic information and test requests in computer systems and the Laboratory Information System..
Process requisitions, respond to test-result requests, and handle telephone and fax information requests..
Prepare and ship specimens and documentation to referral laboratories and hospitals in accordance with regulatory requirements..
Maintain laboratory equipment, work areas, supplies, records, and specimen storage conditions..
Identify and report operational, equipment, and computer-related issues..
Order, receive, record, store, and replenish laboratory supplies..
Deliver samples and related documentation between laboratory sections.
Assistant/Clerk, Laboratory Services (Casual) Pre and Post Analysis, PHSA Labs Surrey Memorial Hospital - Surrey, BC In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of PHSA safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA's Agencies/Divisions/Services, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reporting to the Section Supervisor/Lead, the Laboratory Assistant COVID Response performs general laboratory and clerical procedures related to data entry, and the receipt, handling, accessioning, preparation and distribution of laboratory specimens. What you’ll do
Prepare specimens for testing in accordance with established procedures by performing duties such as centrifugation, aliquoting and loading samples onto specimen racks.
Verify COVID-related specimen type according to established procedures, sort and assign laboratory numbers to specimens, in priority according to pre-defined criteria, and apply barcode labels according to established operating procedures.
Receive incoming specimens and requisitions and check for accuracy and completeness of information such as personal health number, name, date of birth and COVID-related test required. Contacts physicians or labs for missing information and make necessary corrections.
Process test requisitions by entering patient data into computer systems, issue new patient identification number where required, obtain or clarify missing information, correct errors in patient demographic data and enter corrections into computer systems. Enter test requests into the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
Respond to requests for test results, faxes same, as required.
Receive telephone/fax requests for information and direct requests according to established procedures.
File and organize records, such as requisitions, statistical information
Identify and communicate operational issues and computer/equipment-related problems to supervisor.
Store and retrieve COVID-related specimens under appropriate conditions, document and ship samples to other laboratories and discard samples according to established procedures.
Prepare, record, and send specimens and appropriate request forms to outside/referral laboratories and hospitals according to Transport of Dangerous Goods (TDG) and other regulatory requirements.
Prepare test runs by pulling specimens for worksheet, matching specimens and requisitions and retrieving frozen samples for testing.
Order and receive supplies.
Deliver samples and related documentation to and from in-house laboratory sections.
Maintains laboratory equipment, such as refrigerators, freezers, centrifuges and testing equipment as directed by performing duties such as cleaning, and temperature recording. Perform maintenance procedures according to established procedures. Recognize malfunctions in equipment and reports these to the lead hand or designate.
Maintain daily cleaning and disinfection of work areas and equipment according to established schedule and procedure by performing duties such as: preparing fresh disinfectant solutions; wiping bench tops and equipment following established procedures; according to established weekly and monthly procedures. Perform waste management duties as per standard operating procedures.
Keep workstations well stocked with supplies. Monitor supplies and advises lead hand or designate when supplies need replenishing and performs related duties such as receiving, recording and storing new shipments of supplies.
Perform other related duties as assigned. What you bring
$29.52 / hour + 13% in lieu
Applications accepted until position is filled Hours of Work: Various Days and Shift Times Available Location: Surrey Memorial Hospital - 13750 96 Ave, Surrey, BC V3V 1Z2 Days: Days, Nights, Evenings and Weekends Requisition #: 199442E What we do Provincial Laboratory Medicine Services (PLMS) provides laboratory testing at 31 sites across the lower mainland and central coast of BC, including acute care hospital laboratories and specialty laboratories. PLMS is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA). PHSA and PLMS are 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. The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services PHSA is committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code. One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya'kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca. Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.
Grade 12 plus one year of recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience..
Ability to keyboard at 35 words per minute..
Effective verbal and written communication skills..
Ability to deal effectively with others and organize work..
Ability to operate related laboratory equipment and physically perform the duties..
Knowledge of Indigenous-specific racism, systemic racism, Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility, and relevant legislative and policy commitments.
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Market context
In British Columbia, casual laboratory assistant and clerk roles support diagnostic services and may attract candidates with recent healthcare, clerical, or laboratory experience. This position emphasizes Grade 12 preparation, keyboarding at 35 words per minute, communication, organization, and effective interaction with others; review the original posting for operational requirements. The AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, including pension, vacation, holidays, and wellness resources, can reduce research time before applying.