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Medical Laboratory Site Supervisor -Lead with purpose.Advance Your Lab Career in the Mountains — Work Where You Play!
You wrap up your shift and step outside to crisp alpine air, breathtaking mountain views, and a vibrant community that feels like home. Welcome to Whistler and Pemberton, two world-renowned destinations where your career as a Medical Laboratory Site Supervisor comes with an incredible lifestyle.
At Provincial Health Services Authority, we believe in fostering a workplace where collaboration, innovation, and compassion come together to support better patient care—and each other.
As a Laboratory Site Supervisor in Whistler and Pemberton, you’ll lead a dedicated team of Medical Laboratory Technologists and support staff in a dynamic community-based setting. This is your chance to step into a meaningful leadership role while enjoying the unmatched natural beauty and tranquility of coastal living.
Why Pemberton and Whistler? What’s in it for you?
Competitive salary with full benefits: Wages are between $42.75 - $53.36 / Hour with great benefits including health and dental, pension, vacation, discounts and so much more.
Work-Life Balance: Life on the mountains 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.
Moving Support: Financial assistance may be available to help you make the move.
Room to Grow: We invest in your professional development and offer opportunities for advancement within a supportive, autonomous environment.
A Community That Cares: Join a compassionate team that values connection, collaboration, and caring for one another.
Leadership That Matters: Step into a meaningful leadership role where your voice is heard, and your impact is real.
What you’ll do
Lead daily clinical lab operations, managing workflows, staff schedules, and troubleshooting to ensure smooth, efficient service.
Mentor and support a dedicated team of fewer than 20 MLTs, MLAs, and clerks, fostering collaboration and growth.
Uphold quality and compliance by partnering with Medical Leads to maintain accreditation and safety standards.]
Drive recruitment, onboarding, and professional development to build a strong, future-ready team.
Manage resources and inventory to equip your team with everything needed for exceptional patient care.
Engage with various Health Care Providers as a visible leader, championing patient-centered care beyond the lab walls.
What you bring
Required Certification by the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS). Applicants that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
5+ years of leadership experience including at least three years in a supervisory role—or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Hands-on experience as a Senior Medical Laboratory Technologist with extended leadership or supervisory experience in a lab setting. Relatable experience includes working as a Laboratory Supervisor, Medical Laboratory Supervisor, Clinical Lab Supervisor, Lab Operations Supervisor, Site Lead – Laboratory Services, Medical Laboratory Team Lead, Laboratory Operations Lead, Regional Lab Site Supervisor, Senior Medical Lab Technologist
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to navigate a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Excellent communication skills, able to connect clearly and empathetically with diverse team members, patients and partners
Demonstrated knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples in social and health contexts, including supported by significant knowledge of Indigenous-specific mandates, including clear understanding of and commitment to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism and discrimination and embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility.
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within health care settings. This involves familiarity and understanding Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility recognizing personal biases, institutional barriers, engaging in anti-racism education and training and advocating for systemic change.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within PHSA contexts found in the foundational documents 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 - BC Human Rights Code, BC Anti-racism Act and how they intersect across the health care system.
Core Competencies
Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure and has demonstrated initiatives in breaking down barriers and ensuring a safe environment ensuring a sense of belonging to all and informed by Indigenous Cultural Safety.
Awareness 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.).
Skills & Knowledge
Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and/or continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.
Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settler-colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of health-on-health outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the 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, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, Anti-Racism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach
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.
Ready to Lead and Thrive in Beautiful Whistler and Pemberton?
If you’re a passionate, experienced Medical Laboratory Technologist eager to make a real impact in a leadership capacity—both in the lab and the community—this is your moment.
Take the next step in your career and embrace the coastal lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of.
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Salary Range: $39.63 - $49.47/ hour
Location: This particular position supports a Vancouver Coastal Health Site and is located at the Whistler Health Care Centre - 380 Lorimer Rd, Whistler, BC V8E 1A7 and Pemberton Health Centre - 1403 Portage Rd, Pemberton, BC V0N 2L0. This position requires you to work at both Pemberton Health Centre and Whistler Health Care Centre.
Hours of Work: 0830-1630/0900-1700/0915-1715; on call may be required
Requisition #: 188759E
** Please note: Support for nomination with the BC Provincial Nominee Program is not a guarantee, entitlement or an employee benefit after receiving a full time job offer with PHSA**
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