Medical Technologist, Stem Cell Assay - Special Hematology - BC Cancer - Vancouver

Job ID 2419211 pl355 Date posted 06 / 17 / 2024

Medical Technologist, Stem Cell Assay - Special Hematology

BC Cancer

Vancouver, BC

Under the general supervision of the Director of the Laboratory, and the day-to-day direction of the Section Head, performs a variety of clinical, pre-clinical and research laboratory procedures including processing blood and bone marrow in order to obtain stem cells for culture.

What you’ll do

• Perform a variety of qualitative and quantitative assays for hematopoietic stem cells and progenitors and evaluates their responses to specific cytokines in liquid and semi-solid media using methods such as sterile tissue culture, colony recognition using light microscopy, flow cytometry and standard hematologic staining procedures and other techniques.
• Perform enzyme-linked immunoadsorbent assays to detect cytokine levels in patient samples and culture media.
• Perform positive and negative cell separations to obtain purified cell populations.
• Process many tissue types for cell isolation, characterization and assessment in culture assays.
• Perform routine maintenance of equipment such as incubators, microscopes, laminar flow cabinets and cell counter.

What you bring

Qualifications :

• Graduate of a recognized program in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Current registration with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science.
• Two (2) years of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the Agency.

You have :

• Interact productively with physicians, laboratory and other staff both verbally and in writing.
• Organize work assignments.
• Meet the physical demands of the position.
• Deal with others effectively.
• Operate related equipment.
• Perform CPR Techniques.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future.

That’s why we’re focused on your care too offering health, wellness, development programs to support you at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

What we do

provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.

BC Cancer is part of 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 :

PHSA and BC Cancer 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.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation.

True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination.

Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.