Phlebotomist PT - Spec Proc. TEMP

Kingston General Hospital Inc.; Kingston; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Kingston General Hospital is seeking a Phlebotomist to provide phlebotomy services and specimen collection at the Kingston General Hospital Site. This temporary part-time role spans approximately six months and requires flexibility across multiple shifts.

Responsibilities include venipuncture, completing LOE requisitions, educating patients, sending specimens to the lab, and collaborating with the care team.

Qualifications

• CSMLS/Lab Assistant certification or equivalent
• Demonstrated venipuncture skills using defined procedures
• Proven written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with staff, physicians and patients
• Ability to work harmoniously in a team environment
• Proven ability to work independently with motivation and minimal supervision
• Reliable attendance
• Basic computer and data entry skills
• Basic PPE and safety practices
• Criminal reference check and vulnerable sector search required

Responsibilities

• Collect blood specimens via venipuncture according to policies and procedures
• Complete requisitions using Lab Order Entry (LOE) per physician orders
• Educate patients and staff about blood collection and self-collection when applicable
• Dispatch specimens to the laboratory or coordinate with porter services
• Collaborate with the health care team to clarify orders and specimen requirements

Skills

Venipuncture skills

Communication skills

Team player

Data entry basics

PPE safety

Education

CSMLS/Lab Assistant certification

Tools

Wellsoft (EDIS)

QuadraMed

Lab Order Entry (LOE)

Job description

Career Opportunities: Phlebotomist PT - Spec Proc. TEMP (104674)

Requisition ID104674-Posted10/07/2026-Support to Patient Care

Hours of Work: Temporary Part-Time Position (Approximately 6 Months)

Shifts : 0500-0900, 0600-1400, 0730-1530, 0800-1600, 1000-1400, 1400-2200, 1700-2100, 2200-0600

Pay Band: Band-M $31.15 - $34.52

Union: CUPE

Location: Kingston General Hospital Site

In accordance with Article 9.05, where the previous incumbent returns to this position within the thirty (30) day trial period this position shall be deemed not vacant and the posting will be cancelled. Should the vacancy be cancelled, applicants to this posting shall be notified.

Please note, this posting identifies the current shifts that apply to the position control number. However, this does not guarantee the permanence of the shift time or work assignment for the position. The Hospital reserves its Management Rights under the CUPE Collective Agreement to make changes to shift time and work assignment as it deems necessary.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Provides Phlebotomy services for the collection of blood specimens within KGH.

Within this role the employee is accountable for contributing to the delivery of the Kingston Health Sciences Centre strategy. As an employee, one must demonstrate an awareness of and be responsible for actively promoting and supporting patient and family centered engagement and care in all we do.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collect blood specimens via venipuncture in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Complete requisitions for using Lab Order Entry (LOE) for blood collection as per written physician orders, as part of the clinic chart preparation process.
• Provide education to patients and team members with respect to blood collection and self-collection specimens, e.g. sputum, 24-hour urine.
• Send specimens to the laboratory for testing using pneumatics tube system and/or ensure specimens are ready for pick-up by porter service.
• Collaborate with members of the health care team as needed to clarify physician orders and specimen requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certification as Laboratory Assistant from CSMLS, MLPAO or another agency recognized by the Laboratory Licensing Branch of the Ministry of Health of the Province of Ontario or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated Venipuncture skills using well defined procedures
• Proven written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact tactfully with staff, physicians, other hospital staff and other clients
• Ability to work harmoniously in a team environment
• Proven ability to perform duties independently, with a high degree of motivation and minimal supervision
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Basic computer and data entry skills
• Limited proficiency for Entry point, Wellsoft (EDIS), QuadraMed systems
• Safe work practices including PPEs
• Basic mathematical skills
• Proven ability to attend work regularly.
• Satisfactory criminal reference check and vulnerable sector search required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The applicant must be able to meet the physical demands of this position.

KHSC is located on the ancestral lands and waters of the Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee and serves a wider geographical area that encompasses many Indigenous communities including Tyendinaga, Katarokwi, as well as communities within the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority. As we partner in care, discovery, and learning to achieve better health outcomes for our communities, KHSC is committed to actively advocating for and acting upon the Truth and Reconciliation Committee’s Calls to Action on Health.

Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at KHSC. KHSCis committed to recruitment practices that support and contribute to building a respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace in compliance with legislation such as the Employment Standards Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We welcome all applications from women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, Indigenous Peoples, persons in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and members of other equity deserving groups.
Kingston Health Sciences Centre may use artificial intelligence systems to assess and screen applicants. All hiring decisions are made in accordance with KHSC policies and applicable employment legislation.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for next steps will be contacted. Kingston Health Sciences Centre is committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices. If you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process, please notify the Recruitment Team.