Laboratory Technician SDL

Canadian Blood Services; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Canadian Blood Services as a Laboratory Technician SDL, where you will play a key role in supporting routine testing and ensuring the safe storage of blood samples. In this full-time position, you will be part of a collaborative team dedicated to improving lives across Canada. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are required, along with registration with relevant professional bodies.

Benefits

15 days vacation

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Registered with the MLPAO or CSMLS.
• Formal education in a health-related discipline or equivalent.
• One year laboratory work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receives and prepares blood components and samples.
• Performs routine equipment operation and maintenance.
• Maintains proper storage of blood samples.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Organizational skills

Education

Registered with the MLPAO

Registered with the CSMLS

Formal education in Health Sciences Discipline

Job description

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Job category: Laboratory and phlebotomy

Job posting ID: 7419

Employment status: Regular full-time

Position's anticipated start date: 2025-07-07

Possible schedule/FTE: 1

Number of positions available: 1

Classification: Lab Aligned

Salary/Rate of pay: $30.49

Application deadline: 2025-07-04

This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• Job specific cover letter.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.
  
  
  

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page .

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

About The Role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular full-time Laboratory Technician SDL to join our dynamic Innovation & Portfolio Management team.

The Innovation & Portfolio Management team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by performing routine testing, as well as other relevant lab duties.

Formula for success

• Receives, inspects, stores and prepares blood components and/or samples according to approved work instructions.
• Performs routine equipment operation and maintenance as well as manual procedures and activities under the guidance of a MLT in accordance with operating procedures.
• Maintains adequate stock of supplies, assists with inventory counting, ordering and receipt/inspection of shipments as per operating procedures.
• Maintains and provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Maintains proper storage of blood components and/or samples.
• Promotes on-going quality improvement activities and continuous learning.
• Ensures working area is maintained in an orderly and safe manner; uses personal protective equipment as required.
• Follows GMP guidelines for all documentation required.
• Performs work in accordance with the provisions of the Canadian Blood Services’ Corporate Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.
  
  
  

Desired education and skills

• Registered with the MLPAO – Medical Laboratory Professional Association of Ontario and/or Registered with the CSMLS - Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science and/or foreign trained Medical Technologist with experience who does not have registered status in Canada and/or formal education, or equivalent post-secondary and one year laboratory work experience or an equivalent education in an appropriate Health Sciences Discipline.
• Ability to learn required technical skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently and as a member of the team.
• Must have good organizational skills and ability to prioritize are required.
• Must have the ability to operate automated equipment and computerized workstations.
• Must show attention to detail and the ability to perform detailed documentation in an accurate and legible manner.
• Must be able to pass all job-related competency assessments.
• The ability to function as part of a lab team and demonstrated regular attendance is required.
  
  
  

What we offer you

• 15 days vacation
• Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family
• Premiums paid according to the collective agreement
• Defined benefitpension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.
  
  
  

What you can expect

• Shifts/hours - must be flexible to accommodate assigned shifts including nights and weekends, may include on call
• Physical requirements - ability to lift weight up to 10 kg (22 lbs.)
  
  
  

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add [e-mail] and [e-mail] to your safe senders list.

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