BCSLS MLA Awards

Eligibility 

• Nominations must come from the employer/supervisor

• Must be currently employed as a Medical Laboratory Assistant within the province of British Columbia  

• Must have been actively engaged in teaching new hires or students over the past 12 months 

Award Criteria

1. Outstanding Performance:
   The nominee is committed to high-quality, accurate results while maintaining attention to detail and adhering to the highest standards.

2. Commitment to Excellence:
   Demonstrates ongoing professional growth and a dedication to continuous improvement in their field.

3. Above and Beyond:
   Regularly goes beyond job expectations, taking initiative and solving complex challenges in both pre-analytic and post-analytic stages.

4. Team Impact:
   Contributes to a positive, collaborative work environment and supports colleagues in achieving team goals.

5. Passion for the Profession:
   Shows deep pride in their work and is driven by the desire to improve patient outcomes and overall quality of care.

6. Leadership and Innovation:
   Actively leads initiatives, suggests improvements, or implements innovative solutions within the laboratory.

This award honours individuals whose dedication, passion, and hard work set them apart as leaders in laboratory science.

If you know someone who goes above and beyond in the pre/post-analytical field of the laboratory, please nominate and provide specific examples to demonstrate how the nominee’s experience, attributes and qualities would align with the award criteria.