Lab Patient Technician — Temporary Part-Time (Phlebotomy/ECG)

LifeLabs LP; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Vacation days

Wellness program

Job summary

LifeLabs LP is seeking a Lab Patient Technician for a temporary part-time float position in Hamilton, ON. You will collect specimens, perform phlebotomies and ECG tracings, and handle special test collections, while maintaining patient privacy and delivering excellent service.

The role requires a Lab Assistant program credential (or equivalent), phlebotomy/ECG exposure, strong computer skills, and the ability to work with patients in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience is an asset.
• ECG training or experience is an asset.
• 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.

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

Phlebotomy

ECG

Typing 40 wpm

Customer service

Patient privacy

Computer skills

Education

Lab Assistant program

Job description

LifeLabs LP is seeking a Lab Patient Technician for a temporary part-time float position in Hamilton, ON. You will collect specimens, perform phlebotomies and ECG tracings, and handle special test collections, while maintaining patient privacy and delivering excellent service.

The role requires a Lab Assistant program credential (or equivalent), phlebotomy/ECG exposure, strong computer skills, and the ability to work with patients in varying conditions.