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For over 50 years, LifeLabs has been 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 are passionate about empowering healthier Canadians through accessible, accurate, and innovative diagnostic services.
Position Details
Status : Part Time Float | Schedule : Varies (0-20 hours per week) | Number of positions : 1 | Start Date : ASAP | Union : BCGEU collective agreement | Additional requirements : Travel to various locations.
Responsibilities
- Greet and request required information from patients, explain the specimen collection, and ensure patients have followed necessary test protocol prior to specimen collection.
- Perform phlebotomies, connect / disconnect holter monitors, 24‑hour blood pressure monitoring, 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.
Qualifications
Completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent related experience such as working as a healthcare professional with previous training or experience in phlebotomy, intravenous infusion, and / or intravenous therapy (e.g. nurses, infusion therapist, cardiac technologist, etc.).ECG training or experience is an asset.Proficient data entry skills.Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Ability to maintain the strictest standards of patient privacy and confidentiality.Ability to effectively relate to patients and health care providers.Benefits
Employee Group Benefits : Competitive coverage for employees and their families to support their overall health and wellness needs, including Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance.Retirement Savings Plan.Vacation and Wellness Days.Employee Wellness and Giving Programs : Award‑winning mental, physical and financial wellness programs aimed at team wellbeing, including resources like 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, and optional health‑related benefits.LifeLabs provides a comprehensive Total Rewards Program specific to the Laboratory Assistant position. Compensation programs are transparent and commensurate based on role, skill, effort, responsibility, and working conditions. In accordance with LifeLabs’ Accessibility Policy, accommodations are available by request.
Vaccinations are highly encouraged at LifeLabs. Vaccinations and / or immunization screening may be mandatory for selected employees if regulated by provincial or regional governments or through employer‑led vaccination policies. Please inquire if this position requires the successful candidate to be vaccinated or undergo immunization screening.
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