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Allergy Technologist

Under the supervision of the Division Head (Allergy) or designate and supported by the Administrative Manager (or designate) of the Pediatric Medicine Program, the Allergy Technologist performs technical work and specialized testing in the Allergy Clinic involving clinical test procedures, specimen procurement, lung function tests, and ascertainment of patient data and patient education as per established policies and procedures.

In this role, you will: 

  • Calibrate spirometer and nebulizers for inhalation challenges and performs tests of forced expiratory breathing (spirometer). Record data according to ATS guidelines.
  • Assist in the preparation of patient charts for upcoming clinics by filling charts with pertinent requisitions for their possible testing. Order any special drugs, vaccines as required.
  • Obtain patient data such as height and weight and completes the appropriate standardized questionnaire.
  • Perform exercise and inhalation challenge tests.
  • Order and prepare test materials and perform skin testing on patients. Measure the size of any welts that appear and compare them to a negative and positive control to ensure test is accurate.

You hold: 

  • Certification with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS).
  • Graduation from a recognized program in Medical Laboratory Technology, plus one (1) year recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
  • Graduation from an accredited program in Medical Terminology
  • Current CPR course.

You have the ability to: 

  • Communicate with children of all ages and to be comfortable in performing procedures on children.
  • Communicate with parents to alleviate anxiety associated with procedures.
  • Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Organize workload and set priorities.
  • Operate the hospital computer system and related equipment.
  • Physically perform the duties of the position.
  • Perform procedures assigned using your technical knowledge and competence. 

If this sounds like you, apply now! 

 

About Us 

 

BC Children's Hospital (BCCH) cares for the province's most acutely ill or injured children and youth, provides developmental and rehabilitation services to children and youth throughout BC, and offers a broad range of health services. Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children (SHHC), a leading provincial facility offering specialized services to children and youth with developmental disabilities from birth to age 19, works collaboratively with BCCH. SHHC focuses on the child and their family while supporting health care professionals in their community. BCCH also operates a wide number of specialized health programs, is a leading acute care teaching facility, and conducts research to advance health and care through the BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute and in partnership with the University of British Columbia.

 

Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children (SHHC), a leading provincial facility offering specialized services to children and youth with developmental disabilities from birth to age 17, works collaboratively with BCCH. SHHC focuses on the child and their family while supporting health care professionals in their community. BCCH also operates a wide number of specialized health programs, is a leading acute care teaching facility, and conducts research to advance health and care through the BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute and in partnership with the University of British Columbia. 

 

BCCH is a program of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) which plans, manages and evaluates specialty and province-wide health care services across BC. PHSA embodies values that reflect a commitment to excellence. These include: • Respect people • Be compassionate • Dare to innovate • Cultivate partnerships • Serve with purpose.

 

  • Reference Numer
  • Employment Status 
  • Wage: $30.82 to $38.45 per hour 
  • Working Schedule
  • 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver 

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Labor AgreementHealth Science Professionals
Requisition #179043E-2429241
Work Site4500 Oak Street, Vancouver
Job TypeCasual, Part-Time
Salary/Rate$36.69 - $45.81 / Hour
FTE.00
Hours of Work0800-1600
Work DaysVariable Monday-Friday
Expiry Date

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