Lab Patient Technician - Temporary Full Time - Nepean, ON

Lifelabs LP; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Group Benefits

Retirement Savings Plan

Vacation and Wellness Days

Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

LifeLabs LP in Ottawa seeks a Lab Patient Technician for a temporary full-time position. Responsibilities include greeting patients, performing phlebotomies, and managing specimen collections. The role requires strong customer service skills and adaptability.

Applicants should have a graduate certification from a Laboratory Assistant program and preferably some phlebotomy experience. LifeLabs offers competitive employee benefits including health care and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in phlebotomy is an asset.
• Ability to maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Adaptability and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and explain the specimen collection process.
• Perform phlebotomies and ECG tracings.
• Maintain client relationships and respond to inquiries.
• Prepare specimens for testing.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Customer service skills

Computer skills (40 wpm)

ECG training

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

Graduate of approved Laboratory Assistant program

Job description

Lab Patient Technician - Temporary Full Time - Nepean, ON

129 Riocan Ave, Nepean, ON K2J 7N5, Canada

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 7:00 AM

LifeLabs is Canada’s leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems.

Status: Temporary Full-Time

Schedule: 37.5 hours per week, various shifts and schedules depending on operational demands.

Location: Carling (rotation basis)

Number of openings: 1

Start date: ASAP

End date: 1 year contract

Vacancy type: Existing position

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.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent (preferred).
• Phlebotomy experience (asset).
• ECG training or experience (asset).
• Good computer skills with a minimum typing speed of 40 wpm.
• Strong customer/patient service skills, 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 strict standards of patient privacy and confidentiality.

Benefits

• Employee Group Benefits: Competitive coverage for employees and their families, including Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan.
• Vacation and Wellness Days.
• Employee Wellness and Giving Programs: Mental, physical and financial wellness programs with resources such as Employee & Family Assistance Program, financial planning tools, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Professional development and membership reimbursement; access to preferred rates and discount programs, including WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc.; optional health-related benefits.

Accessibility and Health Policies

In accordance with LifeLabs’ Accessibility Policy and applicable Accessibility Acts, accommodations are available by request for all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, contact recruiter or email [e-mail].

Vaccinations are highly encouraged. Vaccination and/or immunization screening may be mandatory for selected employees if required by provincial or regional governments, or through employer-led policies. Ensure you ask if this position requires the successful candidate to be vaccinated or undergo immunization screening.

129 Riocan Ave, Nepean, ON K2J 7N5, Canada