FAQs
What is the position being offered?
The position being offered is for a Lab Patient Technician - Part Time at LifeLabs in Toronto, ON.
What are the primary responsibilities of a Lab Patient Technician?
The primary responsibilities include greeting patients, performing specimen collection (phlebotomies), connecting/disconnecting holter monitors, performing ECG tracings, maintaining client relationships, completing data entry, and preparing specimens for transportation and testing.
When is the work schedule for this part-time position?
The work schedule requires flexibility to work Monday to Sunday from 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM, with potential opportunities to work in the region depending on operational needs.
What are the key qualities needed for this role?
Key qualities include empathy, flexibility, adaptability to change, problem-solving skills, and a focus on great customer/patient service.
What qualifications are required for this position?
Applicants must be a graduate of an approved Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent, have phlebotomy experience, possess excellent communication skills, have good computer skills with a minimum typing speed of 40 wpm, and be able to maintain strict standards of patient privacy and confidentiality.
What is the hiring range for this position?
The hiring range for this position is between $24.02 and $28.05 per hour, depending on experience, education, external market conditions, and internal equity.
Does LifeLabs offer any benefits for employees in this position?
Yes, LifeLabs offers vacation pay, an award-winning Wellness Program, professional development opportunities, employee giving programs, access to preferred rates, and optional health-related benefits.
Is the job remote or in-person?
This is an in-person role.
How does LifeLabs demonstrate its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
LifeLabs is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace, actively working on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, and encourages team members to be their true selves.
Are there any vaccination requirements for this job?
Vaccinations are highly encouraged, and they may be mandatory for selected employees if regulated by provincial or regional governments or through employer-led vaccination policies in the facilities served.