Medical Lab Technologist (OPSEU LAB), Chemistry

LifeLabs; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

LifeLabs in Mississauga is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist for a permanent, part-time role (0–20 hours/week) with a Day Shift (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM). The position is in Chemistry, with weekend availability 1–2 times monthly and up to 4–5 weeks of training.

Join a collaborative laboratory teaching environment and support patient care. Qualifications include a college diploma or university degree in Medical Laboratory Science, CMLTO registration, and strong communication/practical skills.

Qualifications

• College diploma or University degree in Medical Laboratory Science, or equivalent education/experience.
• CMLTO registered and in good standing.
• Excellent communication skills to relate with a wide variety of people.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team while maintaining safety and efficiency.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with curiosity.
• Ability to distinguish multiple colors.
• Strong computer skills in MS Office and laboratory analyzers.
• Problem solving skills including issue follow-up.
• Maintain strict safety, patient privacy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a wide range of diagnostic and interpretive specimen testing.
• Prepare and process samples with accurate labeling and documentation.
• Perform, interpret and release results, ensuring patient confidentiality.
• Identify incidents and non-conformities and contribute to corrective actions.
• Assist with evaluation and implementation of new technology.
• Participate in problem solving for workflow improvements.
• Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and keep a clean, organized workplace.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standards.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Ability to distinguish colors

MS Office proficiency

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

College diploma or University degree in Medical Laboratory Science

CMLTO registered and in good standing

Tools

MS Office

Laboratory analyzers

Job description

OurMedical Lab Technologists provide accurate and timely interpretive and diagnostic specimen testing and reporting. Through accuracy, quality, efficiency and expediting test results, you will contribute to patient well-being and the achievement of better health outcomes. LifeLabs facilities are also known as teaching laboratories and offer opportunities to share knowledge in a collaborative environment. You will have 24-hour medical support through our Medical Science team and Medical Library, and the ability to teach our college and university student placements.
Status: Permanent, Part Time (between 0 and 20 hours per week)

Shift: Day Shift (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM)

Discipline: Chemistry

Additional Information: Must be available for weekend, once or twice a month. Also, must be available for training for at least 4-5 weeks straight. HVC experience considered an asset.

Number of positions: 1

Start Date: ASAP

Union: This is part of the OPSEU LAB collective agreement.

This vacancy is for an existing position.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting a wide range of diagnostic and interpretive specimen testing.
• Prepare and process samples, ensuring accurate labeling and documentation.
• Performing, interpreting and releasing results, while ensuring the confidentiality of patient information.
• Identifying incidents and non-conformities, participating in the development of effective corrective action plans, escalating as appropriate and driving continuous improvement.
• Assisting with the evaluation and implementation of new technology.
• Participating in problem solving in work organization and workflow.
• Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and quality assurance standards.

What you will bring to the role:

• College diploma or University degree in Medical Laboratory Science, or equivalent education and/or experience.
• CMLTO registered and in good standing.
• Excellent communication skills to enable you to relate with a wide variety of people.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment while adhering to LifeLabs standards of safety, accuracy and efficiency.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail who demonstrates curiosity.
• Ability to distinguish multiple colors.
• Strong computer skills in MS Office products, as well as laboratory analyzers.
• Problem solving skills, including the ability to identify and follow-up on issues.
• Ability to maintain the strictest standards of safety, patient privacy and confidentiality.