Technical Assistant - Pathology

Island Health·Victoria, British Columbia

CA$31 - CA$31/hrPart Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 6 hours ago

Practice for this role

Technical Assistant - Pathology · CA$31 - CA$31/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-25% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Victoria, British Columbia (CA$41.42/hr, n=467)

CA$19.00/hr · p10p90 · CA$134/hr

this role: CA$31.06/hrmedian CA$41.42/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 467 posted healthcare roles in Victoria, British Columbia rates. This role sits in the 22nd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 25% below the Victoria, British Columbia median for similar positions.

Receive, log, sort, distribute, and store histology and cytology samples. Prepare samples for processing. Assist technologists and medical staff with tissue dissection. Maintain tissue processing equipment. Enter data into computerized information systems. Perform telephone, typing, and filing duties

Close Date Sep. 9 2026 Location Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 1600-2000 and 1800-2200 Days Off Friday, Saturday Vacancy Type Regular PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $31.06 - $31.06 Paid FTE 0.53 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 40.00 Planned Start Date Sep. 14 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 (Island Health), patient & staff 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. Reports to Unit Coordinator, Histology or designated Supervisor. Receives, logs-in, sorts, distributes, and stores histology and cytology samples. Prepares samples for processing and assists Technologists and Medical staff dissect tissue samples and in maintaining tissue processing equipment. Performs clerical duties such as entering data into computerized information systems, telephoning, typing, and filing.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience Grade 12, medical terminology, successful completion of a recognized Lab Assistant training program plus one year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Skills And Abilities
Ability to type at 40 wpm
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to deal with others effectively.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Ability to organize work. Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD489.pdf Additional information for applicants Stat days are off for this job position Additional Clauses Requisition CA Facilities Subsector Affiliation/Union HEU

Requirements

Grade 12 education.

Medical terminology.

Successful completion of a recognized Lab Assistant training program.

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

Ability to type at 40 words per minute.

Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to operate related equipment.

Physical ability to perform the duties of the position

Grade 12
Recognized Lab Assistant training program
Organization
Medical terminology
Equipment operation
Data entry
Interpersonal skills
Effective verbal and written communication
Physical ability to perform job duties
Typing at 40 words per minute
Histology and cytology sample handling

Benefits

Statutory holidays off

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: CA$31 - CA$31/hr
Location: Victoria, British Columbia
Posted: Sep 3, 2026
Application: Employer website

Pathology technical assistant roles stay steady

In British Columbia, Technical Assistant - Pathology roles typically reflect steady demand in hospital and laboratory settings, where accurate specimen handling and documentation are essential. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a mix of lab training, medical terminology, typing speed, and recent related experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your lab assistant training and prepare examples of careful, detail-oriented work.