Medical Lab Assistant ON (Lab Ops)- Part Time- Toronto, ON

Colonial Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

LifeLabs in Ontario is seeking a part-time Medical Lab Assistant to support a wide range of diagnostic testing. You will unpack and sort specimens, verify patient information, and assist with analysis while maintaining strict privacy and safety standards.

You will train new team members, perform regular equipment maintenance, and collaborate with logistics. Flexible shifts and opportunities for growth are available.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized MLA program is an asset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Data entry and computer skills.
• Willingness to stay current with company practices, training, policies & procedures.
• Prior experience in laboratory operations or medical terminology an asset.
• Ability to communicate with internal and external departments.
• Ability to maintain the strictest standards of patient privacy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Unpack and sort a wide variety of incoming specimens received from sources including physicians, clinics, hospitals, and mobile LifeLabs technicians.
• Confirm the accuracy of all patient information on requisitions and specimen samples, resolve any problems or inaccuracies prior to testing.
• Prepare, sort & separate specimens for technical analysis.
• Respond to client inquiries & work in cooperation with the logistics department
• Train and orient new team members.
• Perform weekly and monthly maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Conduct all work in full compliance with all laboratory safety and security policies and regulations.

Skills

Data entry

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Communication

Privacy

Education

Medical Lab Assistant program

Job description

As MedicalLab Assistant you will play a key role in the testing and diagnostic process for a wide range of patients. LifeLabs also provides first aid training, continuing education opportunities, and excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Status: Part Time

Shift: Flexible Shifts

Additional requirements: N/A

Number of Positions: 4

Start Date: Asap

Internal Application Deadline: 14 Oct 2026

Union: This is part of the OPSEU LAB collective agreement

This vacancy is for an existing position

Your responsibilities will include:

• Unpack and sort a wide variety of incoming specimens received from sources including physicians, clinics, hospitals, and mobile LifeLabs technicians.

• Confirm the accuracy of all patient information on requisitions and specimen samples, resolve any problems or inaccuracies prior to testing.

• Prepare, sort & separate specimens for technical analysis.

• Respond to client inquiries & work in cooperation with the logistics department

• Train and orient new team members.

• Perform weekly and monthly maintenance of laboratory equipment.

• Conduct all work in full compliance with all laboratory safety and security policies and regulations.

What you will bring to the role:

• Successful completion or graduation from a recognized Medical Lab Assistant (MLA) program is an asset.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Candidate must be detail oriented with the ability to focus, prioritize and multi-task.

• Data entry and computer skills.

• Committed to remaining current with company practices, training, policies & procedures

• Prior experience in laboratory operations or medical terminology an asset.

• Ability to communicate with other internal & external departments.

• Ability to maintain the strictest standards of patient privacy and confidentiality.