Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) – Laboratory Instruction (MLA Program)

ABOUT WESTERN COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Western Community College is a privately held provider of post-secondary education in British Columbia, offering a Bachelor of Hospitality Management degree program and more than 67 career training diploma and certificate programs in the fields of business, accounting, healthcare, education, hospitality, information technology, legal studies, and warehousing, using industry-based, market-driven curricula. We provide a dynamic, collaborative, and engaging learning environment for our students with a very high standard of community-driven post-secondary education.

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our College does not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and to creating a diverse environment where employees are involved and respected. All qualified applicants will receive the same consideration for employment.

Position: Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) Instructor for our Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) Program (Laboratory Sections).

Work Location: Initially in Agassiz, followed by Abbotsford, BC

Salary: $38 - $40 per hour. A gas allowance may be available for the Agassiz assignment.Job Type: Part-Time / Course-by-Course

About the Role

Western Community College is seeking qualified and experienced Medical Laboratory Technologists (MLTs) to deliver selected laboratory courses and practical training sessions within the Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) Program.

The successful candidate will provide hands-on laboratory instruction, demonstrations, and guidance to help students develop the practical skills and competencies required for medical laboratory assistant practice.

The initial assignment will involve teaching two courses in Agassiz, starting November 4, 2026, for approximately six weeks. The original schedule is Monday to Thursday, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. However, WCC is open to discussing flexible teaching days and hours, depending on the instructor’s availability. A minimum availability of two days per week may be considered, with adjusted daily hours or an extended teaching period to accommodate the required course hours.

A subsequent teaching assignment is anticipated at WCC’s Abbotsford Campus starting January 4, 2027.

MLT instructors are required for specific courses and laboratory sections within each MLA cohort, rather than for all courses in the program. Additional assignments may become available with future cohorts, depending on enrolment, course schedules, and program requirements.

WCC welcomes candidates interested in discussing their availability, including those who may be available to teach on fewer days per week or even during evening cohorts.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver laboratory instruction for designated courses within the Medical Laboratory Assistant Program.
• Provide hands-on instruction and demonstrations of relevant laboratory procedures, techniques, and practices.
• Guide students in developing the practical skills and competencies required for medical laboratory assistant practice.
• Ensure laboratory activities follow applicable professional, safety, and institutional standards.
• Explain laboratory procedures clearly and provide demonstrations, guidance, and constructive feedback.
• Assess student performance and practical competencies as required.
• Maintain a safe, professional, respectful, and supportive laboratory learning environment.
• Support student learning and respond appropriately to questions and individual learning needs.
• Collaborate with the MLA Program team and other instructors to ensure consistency and quality in course delivery.
• Maintain required attendance, assessment, and academic records.
• Contribute to curriculum and laboratory course improvement as required.
• Stay current with developments, practices, and standards relevant to the medical laboratory profession.
• Participate in relevant academic activities and professional development as required.

Education & Experience

• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) in good standing with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS).
• Minimum of two years of recent work experience in a medical laboratory setting.
• Previous teaching, training, or instructional experience is preferred.
• Relevant knowledge of laboratory procedures, safety practices, quality assurance, and professional standards.
• Experience supporting student learning or providing workplace training is considered an asset.
  

Benefits

• Extended health care
• Vision care
• Dental care

Please note that benefits eligibility may depend on the applicable employment terms and conditions.

Want to learn more about Western Community College? Please check out our website at wcc.ca.

We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact shortlisted candidates.