Lab Assistant Tech.

Lakeridge Health; Ajax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A health network in Ontario is seeking a temporary part-time Lab Assistant Tech at Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering. This role includes responsibilities like blood collection, equipment maintenance, and specimen preparation. Qualified candidates must hold a Medical Laboratory Assistant certification and relevant experience in a hospital setting. The position offers a competitive wage between $32.590 and $37.260 per hour, requiring effective communication and teamwork skills. This is an excellent opportunity to grow in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Current Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certification preferred.
• Recent experience in a central receiving role required.
• Physically able to perform duties of lifting, bending, and prolonged standing.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood sample collections from patients.
• Ensure quality control of laboratory instrumentation.
• Book appointments and register patients.

Skills

Effective communication

Team player abilities

Knowledge of infection control principles

Organizational skills

Education

Medical Laboratory Assistant certificate

MLPAO (OSMT) and/or CSMLS certification

Tools

Microsoft computer programs

Pneumatic tube transport systems

Job description

OPSEU
Job Title: Lab Assistant Tech.
Status: Temporary Part Time
Department: Lab Specimen Procurement, LHAP
Program: Laboratory Services
8 Hour Shifts, days, evenings, nights, weekends Schedule (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering
Wage Schedule: $32.590 - $37.260 per hour
Posting Reference: 2500003652

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long‑term care home, a community‑based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System, Best Health, and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that is inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

This position is open to all qualified OPSEU staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 23 December 2025 and closing at 11:59 pm on 2 January 2026.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the MLA Team Lead, Charge Technologist(s), Senior Technologist(s) or Manager, responsibilities include: blood sample collections from adults, children and neonates, following proper procedures as outlined in the laboratory manual; performing ECG's; ensuring quality control, maintenance and troubleshooting of urinalysis and other laboratory instrumentation; receiving and preparing specimens for analysis; preparing specimens for send‑out to reference laboratories; booking appointments and receiving registering patients; urinalysis testing; ensuring the cleanliness of equipment in the immediate work area; participating in the student training program, as required; immediately reporting any unusual incidents involving patients which occur in the performance of duties; following established safety and infection control procedures; and performing other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Medical Laboratory Assistant certificate from a recognized training facility (in good standing)
• MLPAO (OSMT) and/or CSMLS Laboratory Assistant certification required
• Recent experience in a central receiving role and the procedures involved in this area is required (ie. specimen receiving, referral procedures, experience with clinical trials protocols, ECG procurement)
• Proven previous Laboratory Assistant, phlebotomy and ECG experience in a hospital or medical laboratory setting
• Proven effective organizational, prioritization and time‑management abilities
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven strong team player abilities with the proficiencies to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Knowledge of infection control principles and practices
• Physically able to perform duties of lifting, bending, sitting and prolonged standing and walking
• Ability to work in a high paced environment with frequent interruptions
• Proven knowledge of Microsoft computer programs/keyboarding experience
• Experience with pneumatic tube transport systems, an asset
• Current Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certification, preferred
• Must have a satisfactory performance record
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in‑service education in this area

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we serve and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348. Successful external applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months. Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre‑employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.

Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.