Lab Patient Technician, Toronto, ON

SML Inox; Toronto; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lab Patient Technician where you will play a crucial role in patient care. This position involves greeting patients, performing phlebotomies, and preparing specimens for testing. With flexible scheduling and a supportive environment, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of patients. The company values collaboration and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage and professional development opportunities. If you are passionate about healthcare and ready to empower healthier Canadians, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Employee Group Benefits

Retirement Savings Plan

Vacation and Wellness Days

Employee Wellness Programs

Professional Development Reimbursement

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, perform specimen collection, and maintain client relationships.
• Prepare specimens for transportation and complete data entry.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Data Entry

Education

Laboratory Assistant Program

Tools

Computer Skills

Job description

Lab Patient Technician, Toronto, ON 688 Coxwell Ave, Toronto, ON M4C 3B6, Canada Req #964 Wednesday, January 29, 2025

For over 50 years, LifeLabs has been Canada’s leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems, enabling patients and healthcare practitioners to diagnose, treat, monitor and prevent disease. We are passionate about empowering healthier Canadians through accessible, accurate, and innovative diagnostic services.

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: Casual
Schedule: Flexible early mornings or late shifts. Monday - Saturday required.
Additional requirements: Must have a vehicle and valid drivers license.
Number of positions: 1
Start Date: February 18, 2025
Union: This is part of the SEIU collective agreement.

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.
• 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.

LifeLabs is also proud to offer resources, opportunities, as well as a collaborative and supportive environment that enables our team members to thrive.

In addition to a competitive compensation package, LifeLabs provides a comprehensive total rewards program, specific to the job position. Your package may include:

• Employee Group Benefits: Competitive coverage for employees and their families to support their overall health and wellness needs, including Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Vacation and Wellness Days
• Employee Wellness and Giving Programs: Our award winning mental, physical and financial wellness programs aim to address the comprehensive well-being of our team members.
• Professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs, including WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc.

In accordance with LifeLabs’ Accessibility Policy, and the applicable Accessibility Acts within the provinces we operate in, accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Vaccinations are highly encouraged at LifeLabs. Please ensure you ask if this position requires the successful candidate to be vaccinated or undergo immunization screening.

Ready to empower healthier Canadians? Apply today!

Other details

• Pay Type Hourly
• Min Hiring Rate $24.50
• Max Hiring Rate $28.61