Compassionate Lab Patient Technician Part-Time

LifeLabs; Toronto; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

LifeLabs in Toronto, Ontario is seeking a Lab Patient Technician to support the specimen collection process from greeting patients to preparing specimens for transport. The role emphasizes accurate data entry, phlebotomy skills, and adherence to patient privacy standards.

The successful candidate will have a Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent, phlebotomy and ECG familiarity, strong communication, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy experience is an asset.
• ECG training or experience is an asset.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Minimum typing speed of 40 wpm.
• Strong customer/patient service and ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Commitment to 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

Customer service

Data entry

Phlebotomy

ECG tracing

Strong communication

Typing 40 wpm

Patient confidentiality

Education

Lab Assistant program or equivalent

Job description

LifeLabs in Toronto, Ontario is seeking a Lab Patient Technician to support the specimen collection process from greeting patients to preparing specimens for transport. The role emphasizes accurate data entry, phlebotomy skills, and adherence to patient privacy standards.

The successful candidate will have a Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent, phlebotomy and ECG familiarity, strong communication, and the ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends.