Lab Site Supervisor, Laboratory Services at Sechelt | shíshálh Hospital

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Lab Site Supervisor, Laboratory Services at Sechelt | shíshálh Hospital

Company

Provincial Health Services Authority

Job description

Where your work matters – and your lifestyle thrives.Picture this: You wrap up your workday and step outside to fresh ocean air, majestic mountains, and a community that feels like family. Welcome to , a hidden gem on the Sunshine Coast where your career and lifestyle go hand in hand. Whether you’re kayaking after work, exploring forest trails, or connecting with a supportive community, life in Sechelt is as rewarding as the work you do.Why Sechelt?

• A Community That Cares: Join a compassionate team that values connection, collaboration, and caring for one another.
• Work-Life Balance: Life on the Sunshine Coast means work-life balance is not just a buzzword – it’s a way of life. Enjoy outdoor adventures or simply unwind by the ocean after work.
• Room to Grow: We invest in your professional development and offer opportunities for advancement within a supportive, autonomous environment.
• Make a Difference: Your work here matters. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping patient-centered care while driving meaningful improvements and innovation.
• Rural Retention Bonus: Eligible candidates may receive financial incentives for working in a rural healthcare setting.

As a Lab Site Supervisor you’re not just managing lab operations – you’re leading a team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. This is your opportunity to bring your leadership skills to a dynamic rural healthcare setting while enjoying the beauty and serenity of coastal living.What you’ll do

• Lead Daily Operations: Be the heartbeat of the lab by overseeing day-to-day operations – from managing workflows and staff schedules to troubleshooting and ensuring seamless service delivery
• Empower Your Team: Guide and mentor a small but mighty team of less than 20 professionals, including Medical Laboratory Technologists (MLTs), Medical Lab Assistants (MLAs), and clerks. You’ll foster a collaborative environment where everyone can thrive.
• Drive Quality and Compliance: Ensure every procedure meets the highest standards of patient care. You’ll work closely with Medical Leads and the Operations Manager to maintain accreditation and safety protocols.
• Shape the Future: Play a key role in recruitment, onboarding, and staff development. You’ll help shape the next generation of lab professionals by sharing your knowledge and supporting career growth.
• Manage Resources: Oversee procurement and inventory to ensure your team has the tools and supplies they need to deliver top-quality care
• Engage with the Community: Be a visible and approachable leader who values community relationships and patient-centered care. You’ll make a real difference both inside and outside the lab.

What you bring

• Certified Expertise: Certification by the C
• Proven Leadership: A Bachelor of Science degree or an Advanced Registered Certificate, or completion of a supervisory/management program, with a minimum of five (5) years of recent related experience, including three (3) years in a supervisory role. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.
• Relatable experience: working as an Medical Lab Technologist with extended leadership experience, Previous experience working as a Lab Site Supervisor or Medical Laboratory Supervisor
• Independent Problem-Solver: You thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. With strong critical thinking skills, you’re ready to tackle complex issues and find effective solutions.
• Flexible and Adaptable: Whether it’s managing the big picture or jumping into hands-on tasks, you’re willing to wear many hats and adapt to whatever comes your way.
• Strong Communicator: You know how to connect with people – from patients to peers – with empathy, curiosity, and clarity.
• Technical Excellence: Your deep knowledge of core lab functions, equipment maintenance, and compliance standards makes you a trusted expert in the field.
• Valid Driver’s License: A valid BC driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle for business-related travel.

Skills & Knowledge

• 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).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

What we bringEvery 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.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Wage: $42.75 – $53.36 / Hour
Location:
Closing date: Applications accepted until position is filled
Hours of Work: 0800-1600 (Monday to Friday)
Requisition # Bucket-17747Are you ready to lead with purpose and live the coastal dream?Apply today and discover how your expertise can shape the future of healthcare in Sechelt – while embracing a lifestyle like no other. Please apply online or email to learn more!What we doprovides 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 ( ) 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 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-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.Labor Agreement Health Science Professionals
Requisition # Bucket-17747-2431194
Work Site PO Box 7777, 5544 Sunshine Coast Hwy, Sechelt
Job Type Regular, Full-Time
Salary/Rate $42.75 – $53.36 / Hour
FTE 1.00
Hours of Work 0800-1600
Work Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Expiry Date 17-Apr-2025

Expected salary

$42.75 – 53.36 per hour

Location

Sechelt, BC

Job date

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 06:41:46 GMT

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