Patient-Centric Lab Technician (Weekend & Flexible Hours)

LifeLabs LP; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

LifeLabs LP in Toronto is seeking a Lab Patient Technician to support the specimen collection process, from greeting patients to preparing specimens for transportation. This temporary part-time float role offers exposure to a range of tests and patient care activities.

The position requires a Laboratory Assistant program graduate or equivalent, with optional phlebotomy and ECG training. You will work Monday through Sunday, ASAP start, through 31/12/2027, with weekend commitments.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.
• 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

Empathy

Flexibility

Adaptability

Problem solving

Patient/customer service

Education

Graduate of an approved Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent

Tools

ECG training

Phlebotomy

Job description

LifeLabs LP in Toronto is seeking a Lab Patient Technician to support the specimen collection process, from greeting patients to preparing specimens for transportation. This temporary part-time float role offers exposure to a range of tests and patient care activities.

The position requires a Laboratory Assistant program graduate or equivalent, with optional phlebotomy and ECG training. You will work Monday through Sunday, ASAP start, through 31/12/2027, with weekend commitments.