Patient Lab Technician — Phlebotomy & ECG Specialist

LifeLabs LP; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

LifeLabs LP in Ontario is seeking a Lab Patient Technician for the specimen collection process, from greeting patients to preparing specimens for transport. This temporary part-time position supports North York and Thornhill area coverage with rotating Saturdays.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy, holter monitor connections, ECG tracings, data entry, and ensuring adherence to test protocols while maintaining patient privacy.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent is preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience is an asset.
• ECG training or experience is an asset.
• Excellent communication and patient service skills.
• Good computer skills with typing speed of at least 40 wpm.
• Ability to maintain 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

Customer service

Empathy

Problem solving

Typing speed 40 wpm

Phlebotomy experience

ECG awareness

Education

Laboratory Assistant program

Tools

ECG training

Job description

LifeLabs LP in Ontario is seeking a Lab Patient Technician for the specimen collection process, from greeting patients to preparing specimens for transport. This temporary part-time position supports North York and Thornhill area coverage with rotating Saturdays.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy, holter monitor connections, ECG tracings, data entry, and ensuring adherence to test protocols while maintaining patient privacy.