About this job
LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to join our team in Toronto, Ontario. This is an important role in patient care and our business. This role will allow you to see the difference that you make in patients’ lives.
Status: Temporary CasualSchedule: Shifts are scheduled based on operational needs, with alternating weekend coverage. Hours: 14:30 to 22:30.Additional requirements: NA
Discipline: MicrobiologyNumber of positions: 1Start Date: ASAPContract End Date: 1 December, 2027Union: This is part of the OPSEU LAB collective agreement
This vacancy is for an existing position.
Your responsibilities will include:
Responsible for carrying out a diverse range of work activities; ensure all duties and responsibilities are prioritized and handled with accuracy and efficiency providing quality results
Demonstrate knowledge of specimen handling requirements and prioritization of specimens and results, following LifeLabs Procedures
Data entry of specimens, while triaging testing as appropriate.
Perform manual and automated testing in accordance with LifeLabs Procedures under the direct supervision of a medical laboratory technologist
Perform procedures required to address Quality Assurance indicators as defined, consulting with resources where necessary
Identify incidents and non-conformances; escalate as appropriate
Conduct and record instrument/equipment maintenance at appropriate, defined intervals
Prepare and utilize reagents and controls using defined procedures
Ensure confidentiality of patient information
Monitor and maintain adequate amounts and proper usage of laboratory supplies
Maintain a clean, safe and orderly work environment
Ensure bio hazardous and routine garbage is handled in compliance with Environment, Health and Safety procedures
Work in a manner that protects one’s own health & safety as well as the safety of co-workers and others, and that is consistent with the law and with safe work practices and procedures established by LifeLabs
What you will bring to the role:
High School diploma
WHMIS training
Registered Laboratory Assistant (OSMT) optional
Previous laboratory experience preferred (Chemistry)
Laboratory environment: may handle biohazardous materials and chemicals/reagents
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment while adhering to LifeLabs standards of safety, accuracy and efficiency