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Lab Patient Technician

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LifeLabs

12d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare
  • Petawawa

AI generated summary

  • You must be a graduate of an approved lab program, have phlebotomy experience, strong communication skills, good computer skills (40 wpm), and maintain strict patient confidentiality.
  • You will greet patients, perform phlebotomies and ECGs, handle special collections, maintain client relationships, enter data, and prepare specimens for testing.

Requirements

  • Graduate of an approved Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent.
  • Phlebotomy experience.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Good computer skills with a minimum typing speed of 40 wpm.
  • 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.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Lab Patient Technician.

Where is this position located?

The position is located in Petawawa, ON.

What type of employment is this role?

This is a temporary part-time role working up to 20 hours per week.

Is there an opportunity to pick up additional shifts?

Yes, there is an opportunity to pick up additional shifts at other LifeLabs locations.

What are the main responsibilities of the Lab Patient Technician?

The main responsibilities include greeting patients, performing phlebotomies, conducting ECG tracings, and preparing specimens for transportation and testing.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must be graduates of an approved Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent, have phlebotomy experience, and possess excellent communication skills.

What is the hiring range for this position?

The hiring range is $24.02 - $28.05, depending on experience and qualifications.

Does this role provide vacation entitlement?

Yes, employees will be entitled to vacation pay, which will be applied to each pay.

Is there any support for employee wellness?

Yes, LifeLabs offers an award-winning Wellness Program focused on supporting total health and well-being.

Are vaccinations required for this position?

Vaccinations are highly encouraged at LifeLabs and may be mandatory if regulated by government policies or employer-led vaccination policies.

LifeLabs

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Mission & Purpose

LifeLabs is Canada’s leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems, enabling patients and healthcare practitioners to diagnose, treat, monitor, and prevent disease. We support 20 million patient visits annually and conduct over 100 million laboratory tests through leading-edge technologies and our 6,500 talented and dedicated employees. We are a committed innovator in supporting Canadians to live healthier lives, operating Canada’s first commercial genetics lab and the country’s largest online patient portal, with more than 5 million Canadians receiving their results online. LifeLabs has been named one of Canada’s Best Employers (2021, 2022 and 2023) and Best Employers for Diversity (2022 and 2023) by Forbes and recognized for having an award-winning Mental Health Program from Benefits Canada. LifeLabs is 100% Canadian-owned by OMERS Infrastructure, the infrastructure investment manager of one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans. Learn more at lifelabs.com.