Clerk, Laboratory (225099)
Job Summary
In accordance with the Vision Purpose and Values and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
The Department of Laboratory Medicine Pathology and Medical Genetics (LMPMG) is committed to enhancing patient care through the provision of consistently high quality laboratory services.
Reporting to the Medical Laboratory Assistant Supervisor or designate the Laboratory Clerk performs data entry functions; receives sorts and verifies specimens against requisition/physicians orders; accessions specimens; provides clerical and receptionist duties such as answering the telephone and filing for the department.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Training And Experience
Grade 12 medical terminology and two (2) years recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
Skills And Abilities
- 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.
- Ability to type at 45 w.p.m.
Requirements
Key Skills
About Company
Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) is one of British Columbia’s five regional health authorities. With 20,000 employees and 1,900 physician partners, Island Health provides a comprehensive range of progressive health services to the 765,000 residents of Vancouver Island ... View more