Part-Time Lab Patient Technician - Phlebotomy & ECG

LifeLabs; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

LifeLabs in Sarnia, ON is seeking a Lab Patient Technician (Part Time Float) to support specimen collection and related testing processes. The role involves greeting patients, performing phlebotomy, ECG tracings, and coordinating specimen transport while maintaining high standards of privacy.

Ideal candidates have an approved Laboratory Assistant program and may have phlebotomy or ECG experience, along with strong communication and computer skills.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service

Empathy & adaptability

Typing 40 wpm

Education

Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent

Job description

LifeLabs in Sarnia, ON is seeking a Lab Patient Technician (Part Time Float) to support specimen collection and related testing processes. The role involves greeting patients, performing phlebotomy, ECG tracings, and coordinating specimen transport while maintaining high standards of privacy.

Ideal candidates have an approved Laboratory Assistant program and may have phlebotomy or ECG experience, along with strong communication and computer skills.