Venipuncture Technician (Casual)

The Royal; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health care is seeking a dedicated Venipuncture Technician to join their team. This casual position involves performing vital tasks such as specimen collection, EKGs, and ensuring the secure handling of confidential information. The role is crucial for supporting patients in their recovery journey, and the ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety practices. Join a passionate team that transforms lives through specialized mental healthcare and contribute to an environment that fosters recovery and support.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary training or Grade 12 diploma with relevant courses required.
• Previous experience in venipuncture and EKG is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and specimen collection as required.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with safety practices.

Skills

Venipuncture

EKG

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Data Entry

Problem Solving

Time Management

Education

Post-secondary training in accredited medical laboratory technician program

Grade 12 diploma with relevant accredited courses

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number: ROM25-086E Title: Venipuncture Technician (Casual) Position Status: Casual FTE: 0 Job Schedule: Days Department: Laboratory & Diagnostic Services Union: OPSEU Local 479 Site: Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre Number of Vacancies: 1

About The Royal
As one of Canada’s foremost mental health care and academic health science centres, The Royal has a clear purpose: to get more people living with mental illness into recovery faster. This is at the core of everything we do and it is driven by the passion, focus and dedication of our employees. Every day, the work that we do transforms the lives of people with mental illness through specialized mental healthcare, advocacy, research and education.

Duties

• Venipuncture and other specimen collection as required.
• Receiving, verifying, labeling and preparation of specimens for testing (onsite or referred out).
• Separating, packaging and shipping of all samples to testing laboratories in a timely fashion.
• Ensuring all confidential information is maintained in a secure fashion.
• Performing EKGs.
• Follow safe work practices and procedures at all times.
• Assist with training of new staff.
• Other duties pertaining to the Lab such as inventory management and supplies ordering.
• Work in a manner that is in compliance with staff and patient/client safety practices, policies and procedures of the Royal.
• Ensure a work environment that is conducive to the Royal’s Anti-Racism, Harassment, & Discrimination Free Workplace Policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary training in an approved accredited medical laboratory technician program OR Grade 12 diploma AND successful completion of relevant accredited courses along with CSMLS and MLPAO certification (or equivalent).
• Knowledge, experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic/experience requirements/credentials.
• Previous venipuncture and EKG experience required.
• Knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety legislation; transportation of dangerous goods, WHMIS, Universal precautions, safe handling practices.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a Mental Health setting is an asset.
• Demonstrate ability to enter data information accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational, problem solving and time management skills.
• Maintain workload measurement and data collection as required and input into the workload measurement system on a regular basis.
• English level A- is mandatory in oral expression/comprehension, reading comprehension and written expression. Bilingual (English/French) is considered an asset.

Salary Range: $30.49 to $35.15 per hour

Additional Information

• All applicants must provide a recent resume that clearly indicates that they meet the required qualifications.
• Please apply by clicking on the Apply button below.
• The Royal sincerely thanks all applicants for their interest in a career with us; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
• All new hires will be required to obtain a clear and valid Criminal Record or Vulnerable Sector Records Check as a pre-condition of employment.
• The Royal is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment process.