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Shortage of medical lab assistants and techs another challenge in health care amid COVID


The lack of qualified applicants for several advertised laboratory staff positions across the Island represents a “local ­manifestation of a recognized provincial and national ­crisis,” says the memo from Dr. Alexander Finn, ­medical director and department head of ­laboratory medicine, and director Catriona Gano.
Neither Finn or Gano were available for an interview on Monday.
Island Health said in a statement that the memo was sent to provide clarity to clinical staff around proper procedures to ensure all critical and time-sensitive sample needs are met.
“Despite the national shortage of qualified staff and the exceptional demand COVID-19 has placed on our labs, Island Health’s labs continue to provide all necessary support through inpatient and outpatient services,” the health authority said in a statement. ....

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