Lab Patient Technician - Part Time - Toronto, ON

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

As a Lab Patient Technicianyou 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
Schedule: Sundays to Saturdays
Additional requirements: Successful Candidate for this position should be able to demonstrate strong customer service understanding, data entry skills, blood collection technique, good punctuality and have the flexibility to be able to work any shifts ranging between 6:45am-6:30pm (Monday-Friday) and 6:45am-2:00pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Successful candidate will be required to work in nearby PSC's within the region whenever operationally needed. Number of Positions: 1
Start Date: ASAP

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.