Phlebotomist

Lifelabs LP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist to join their team. This role is crucial for ensuring patient care through specimen collection and preparation. As a Phlebotomist, you will greet patients, perform vital procedures, and maintain client relationships, all while adhering to strict privacy standards. Flexibility is key, as you will cover various locations and shifts as needed. If you have a passion for patient care and strong interpersonal skills, this opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare field.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, explain specimen collection process, and perform phlebotomies.
• Maintain client relationships and complete data entry for test results.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer Service

Problem-Solving

Typing (40 wpm)

Empathy

Education

Laboratory Assistant program

Job description

Monday, April 7, 2025

As a Phlebotomist, you will be responsible for the specimen collection process, from greeting patients through to preparation of specimens for transportation. This is an important role in patient care and our business and will let you see the difference that you make in patients’ lives.

Status: Casual

Schedule: Flexibility is required as SEIU shifts are between 6:30 am and 9:00 pm weekdays and 6:30 am - 5:00 pm on Saturday. Applicants are required to work Saturdays when needed.

Additional Requirements: This is a Casual SEIU Phlebotomist position, with a home base of 2340 Dundas St. W. Hours are not guaranteed. Eligible applicants must be available to cover any SEIU LabCare location with little notice to replace unexpected absences and vacation requests. Applicants must have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Number of Positions: 1
Start Date: ASAP
Union: This is part of the SEIU collective agreement.

This vacancy is for an existing position.

Your responsibilities will include:

• 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.

What you will bring to the role:

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