Lab Patient Technician

Lab Patient Technician

Temporary, Part Time, Regular. Various schedules based on operational requirements. Supports the location, covers sick calls, vacations, and includes occasional Saturday shifts at the Orleans location.

Number of positions: 1. Start date: ASAP. Contract end date: 31 May 2027.

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.
• Collect special tests 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.

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.

Benefits

• Employee Group Benefits: Competitive coverage for employees and their families, including Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan.
• Vacation and Wellness Days.
• Employee Wellness and Giving Programs: Mental, physical and financial wellness programs, Employee & Family Assistance Program, financial planning tools, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs, including WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc., and optional health‑related benefits.

LifeLabs’ compensation programs are commensurate based on the role, skill, effort, responsibility and working conditions, irrespective of gender, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age or any other personal characteristics. Pay programs are communicated regularly in an accessible and transparent manner.

In accordance with LifeLabs’ Accessibility Policy and the applicable Accessibility Acts within the provinces we operate in, accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, contact the recruiter or email Vaccinations are highly encouraged; vaccination or immunization screening may be mandatory for selected employees as required by provincial or regional governments or employer‑led vaccination policies.

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