Lab Patient Technician

LifeLabs LP; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

LifeLabs LP in Canada is seeking a Lab Patient Technician (Part Time Regular) to manage the specimen collection process from greeting patients to preparing specimens for transportation. This role directly supports patient care and the life-changing results we deliver daily.

Responsibilities include phlebotomies, ECG tracings, collecting special tests, maintaining client relationships, data entry of demographics, and preparing specimens for transport.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience is an asset.
• ECG training or experience is an asset
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong data entry and typing (min 40 wpm).
• Commitment to patient privacy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, gather information, explain the collection process.
• Perform phlebotomies and ECG tracings.
• Collect special tests and complete documentation.
• Maintain client relationships and respond to inquiries.
• Prepare specimens for transportation and testing.

Skills

Phlebotomy

ECG

Customer service

Data entry

Communication

Education

Lab Assistant program

Tools

ECG equipment

Medical records software

Phlebotomy devices

Job description

As a Lab Patient Technician you will be responsible for the specimen collection process, from greeting patients through to preparation of specimens for transportation. This is an important role in patient care and our business, and will let you see the difference that you make in patients' lives.

Status: Part Time Regular
Schedule: 7:15 AM - 17:15 PM
Additional comments: Please note that shifts may be scheduled at any time within the posted operating hours. Successful candidates must be flexible with their availability and may be required to work at both theCambrian Mall PSC and 773 Great Northern Rd PSC locations based on operational needs. Travel between sites may be required.

Number of positions: 1

Start Date: November 2, 2026

Internal Application Deadline: October 29, 2026

This vacancy is for an existing position.

Your responsibilities will include:

• 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.

What you will bring to the role:

• Graduate of an approved Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent are preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience is an asset.
• ECG training or experience is an asset
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good computer skills with a minimum typing speed of 40 wpm.
• Strong customer/patient service with the 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.