Interior Health·Kelowna, British Columbia
Schedule appointments and perform computer entry, filing, telephoning, faxing, and invoicing..
Receive and register patients and enter patient data and test information into the Laboratory Information System..
Receive, process, and prepare patient samples, including centrifuging..
Prioritize workflow and package samples for send-out in accordance with transportation regulations..
Mail and distribute patient reports..
Distribute, file, retrieve, and dispose of laboratory specimens, slides, and blocks..
Maintain laboratory inventory and supplies..
Maintain standing orders, requisitions, temperature records, cleaning and disinfection logs, and inventory logs.
Kelowna General Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Casual Laboratory Clerk to join their team in Kelowna, B.C.! This position works days, evenings: 07:00 to 15:00, 08:00 to 16:00, 13:00 to 21:00, 16:00 to 00:00 Days off: Rotating How will we help you grow? Join our team as a casual employee, where you’ll enjoy variety, gain valuable experience, and have the chance to grow your career. Work hours range from 0 to 37.5 per week, with shifts available on short notice or pre-scheduled to cover leaves. Many of our team members start in casual roles and transition into permanent positions. Plus, we offer competitive wages, shift premiums, employer-paid training, and an Employee & Family Assistance Program to support you every step of the way. What will you work on? This position performs a variety of clerical and receptionist duties such as:
Scheduling appointments, performing computer entry, filing, telephoning, faxing, and invoicing;
Receives and registers patients by obtaining necessary information for patient data and test entry into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) according to established procedures;
Receives, processes, and prepares (centrifuges) patient samples in accordance with established procedures;
Prioritizes workflow and prepares (packages) samples for send-out in accordance with all transportation regulations and procedures;
Mails and distributes patient reports as required;
Distributes, files, retrieves, and disposes of laboratory specimens, slides, and blocks;
Maintains laboratory inventory and supplies;
Maintains a variety of records such as standing orders and requisitions, temperature records, cleaning and disinfection logs, inventory logs;
Performs other related duties as required. What should your application include?
A 5-minute typing test (45+ NWPM) from a recognized institution, completed within the past 48 months (non-supervised tests not accepted). Click here for testing details.
A Medical Terminology Certificate
Your Resume outlining two year’s recent related experience, Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience;
A Cover Letter stating your availability to start in a new position and on-call, casual work (i.e. days of the week). 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! Qualfications Education, Training & Experience:
Grade 12, Plus
Two year’s recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Completion of an administered 5 minute typing certificate of 45wpm in the last 48 months from an approved institution (non-supervised tests are not accepted)
Completion of a Medical Terminology course.
Grade 12 education..
Two years of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience..
Administered five-minute typing certificate at 45 words per minute completed within the last 48 months from an approved institution..
Completion of a Medical Terminology course or certificate..
Availability for casual, on-call work, including days and evenings.
Market context
In British Columbia, laboratory clerk positions are typically in demand in hospitals, diagnostic labs, and other healthcare settings that rely on accurate front-desk and records support. These roles are competitive because employers often look for Grade 12, medical terminology, recent related experience, and strong communication and equipment-handling skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show experience with patient-facing coordination, accuracy, and organized clerical work.