Phlebotomy & Lab Patient Technician - Part Time

Colonial Group; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Canada is seeking a Lab Patient Technician to support the specimen collection process, from greeting patients to preparation of specimens for transportation. This is a hands-on role that directly impacts patient care.

You will perform phlebotomies, connect/disconnect holter monitors, and perform ECG tracings, while maintaining patient privacy and delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent 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

Communication skills

Computer skills

Customer service

Empathy

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

Laboratory Assistant program

Job description

Colonial Group in Canada is seeking a Lab Patient Technician to support the specimen collection process, from greeting patients to preparation of specimens for transportation. This is a hands-on role that directly impacts patient care.

You will perform phlebotomies, connect/disconnect holter monitors, and perform ECG tracings, while maintaining patient privacy and delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.