What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Patient Technician - Part Time - Pickering, ON position at LifeLabs?
As a Lab Patient Technician you will be responsible for the specimen collection process, from greeting patients through to preparation of specimens for transportation. This is an important role in patient care and our business, and will let you see the difference that you make in patients’ lives.
Status: Part TimeSchedule: Monday-SundayAdditional requirements: Candidate may be asked to have shifts at the other Pickering locations (1105 Kingston Rd). The successful candidate will need to have availability Mon-Sun (as required).Number of Positions: 1Start Date: ASAPInternal Application Deadline: February 11, 2025This vacancy is for an existing position.
Your responsibilities will include:
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
What you will bring to the role:
Graduate of an approved Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent are preferred
Phlebotomy 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
Salary : $25 - $29