Compassionate Lab Patient Tech (Phlebotomy & ECG) - Part-Time

LifeLabs LP; Oakville; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

LifeLabs is seeking a Lab Patient Technician in Oakville, ON for a temporary part-time float role. The position supports multiple PSCs in the area with an ASAP start and a 12-month contract. Schedule includes Sundays through Saturdays.

You will greet patients, collect specimens, perform phlebotomy, connect/disconnect Holter monitors, and record data accurately. ECG tracings and special test collections may be required, with a strong emphasis on privacy and patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent is preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience is an asset.
• ECG training or experience is an asset.
• Good computer skills with a minimum typing speed of 40 wpm.
• Strong customer/patient service with ability to relate to patients and clients even in stressful situations.
• Strong empathy, flexibility, adaptability to change, and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain the strictest standards of patient privacy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Greet and request required information from patients, explain the specimen collection process, and ensure patients have followed necessary test protocol prior to specimen collection.
• Perform phlebotomies, connect/disconnect Holter monitors, and perform ECG tracings.
• Perform special test collections, such as medical/legal drug screens, paternity tests, and clinical trials, and complete related documentation.
• Maintain client relationships, including responding to inquiries and following up on requests.
• Complete data entry of required patient demographics, requisition information, and other information related to processing test results.
• Prepare specimens for transportation and testing.

Skills

Phlebotomy

ECG

Typing 40 wpm

Customer service

Privacy & confidentiality

Education

Laboratory Assistant program

Job description

LifeLabs is seeking a Lab Patient Technician in Oakville, ON for a temporary part-time float role. The position supports multiple PSCs in the area with an ASAP start and a 12-month contract. Schedule includes Sundays through Saturdays.

You will greet patients, collect specimens, perform phlebotomy, connect/disconnect Holter monitors, and record data accurately. ECG tracings and special test collections may be required, with a strong emphasis on privacy and patient care.