Laboratory Attendant 2

Publichealthontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Health Ontario is seeking a Laboratory Attendant 2 to provide technical services in their environmental laboratory. The role involves handling specimens, data entry, and maintaining laboratory equipment. Candidates should have a Medical Laboratory Technician certification and strong communication skills. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage and is based in Toronto.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician from a recognized community college program.
• Knowledge of laboratory information systems.
• Proficient in using automated, computer-driven equipment.

Responsibilities

• Logs, sorts, and labels specimens for laboratory testing.
• Transports samples to the testing laboratory.
• Handles and processes medical samples for testing.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures

Proficient computer skills

Education

Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician

Tools

MS Office products (Word, Excel)

Job description

locations PHO Corporate Office & Toronto Laboratory, 661 University Avenue, Toronto, ON

time type Full time

posted on Posted 2 Days Ago

time left to apply End Date: June 5, 2025 (12 days left to apply)

job requisition id JR101798

Laboratory Attendant 2

Location: PHO Corporate Office & Toronto Laboratory, 661 University Avenue, Toronto, ON

Department: Front End Processing

The Role:

Please note this posting is for 2 positions.

To provide technical laboratory services to the environmental laboratory and support laboratory operations for testing specimens submitted to PHO Laboratories.

Key Responsibilities

1. Log, sort, and label all specimens submitted for testing/examination.
2. Transport samples to testing laboratories as required.
3. Handle, prepare, and process medical samples (e.g., culture media, reagents) for microorganism identification, testing up to result interpretation (e.g., setup of cultures, staining, extraction, loading analyzers).
4. Handle, prepare, process, and enter water sample data results.
5. Use automated equipment or manual methods to prepare and aliquot human samples for testing.
6. Utilize PHO Laboratory Information System to prepare worksheets or enter data, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
7. Prepare, load, and unload laboratory analyzers.
8. Perform inventory management, including ordering, unpacking, and storing laboratory supplies.
9. File, store, and discard laboratory samples.
10. Clean and maintain laboratory equipment; disinfect work areas.
11. Maintain laboratory stock supplies.
12. Assist with quality control setup and stock culture maintenance.
13. Answer telephone inquiries and resolve sample-related issues (e.g., incomplete information, mismatched tests, leaking samples).
14. Perform other duties or projects as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory safety procedures.
• Knowledge of computer systems, laboratory information systems, MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Proficient in working with automated and computer-driven laboratory equipment.

Education and Experience

• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician from a recognized community college or relevant training and experience.

Attributes and Competencies

• Strong oral communication skills for interacting with team members and external clients (e.g., physicians).
• Effective written communication skills for record-keeping.

Duration: Contract (Fixed Term), 9 months

Hours of Work: Full time, 36.25 hours/week

Compensation Group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Salary: $28.62 - $32.24

Posting Date: 05-21-2025

Closing Date: 06-5-2025

Note: Applications accepted until 11:59 pm the day before the closing date.

Note: Internal candidates will be considered first.

We thank all applicants; only selected candidates will be contacted. Recruitment info is for employment purposes only.

PHO is committed to employment equity. For accommodations, contact [e-mail]. Candidates needing alternative formats may request assistance at any interview stage.

Additional Information

Locations: PHO Corporate Office & Toronto Laboratory, 661 University Avenue, Toronto, ON

Time type: Full time

Posted on: 3 Days Ago

Time left to apply: End Date: June 4, 2025 (11 days left)

Locations: Same as above

Time type: Part time

Posted on: 2 Days Ago

Time left to apply: End Date: June 5, 2025 (12 days left)

About Us

Public Health Ontario (PHO) is an agency of the Ontario government dedicated to protecting and promoting health and reducing inequities.

We connect health practitioners and researchers to global scientific intelligence, providing evidence and guidance for policies and practices for a healthier Ontario. PHO has 11 laboratory sites across Ontario.

We are committed to employment equity and diversity. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].

Interested in future opportunities? Introduce yourself to our recruitment team for consideration.