Medical Lab Technician (OPSEU LAB) - Chemistry

LifeLabs • Toronto, ON

21h • Onsite

About The Position

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.

LifeLabs has been Canada’s leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems for over 50 years. We are passionate about empowering healthier Canadians through accessible, accurate, and innovative diagnostic services. We are committed innovators, operating Canada's first commercial genetics lab, and the country's largest online patient portal, with more than 8 million Canadians receiving their results online. More than 112 million laboratory tests come through LifeLabs’ laboratories annually, and our team of more than 6,000 passionate, caring, and diverse professionals works together as one to provide high quality testing and results that Canadians can trust.

We know that behind every lab requisition, sample being tested, or investment in technology is an individual and their family counting on us. At LifeLabs, you can make a meaningful impact on Canadians’ lives every day.

Our teams are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers, reflecting our deep commitment to our core values of caring, agility, teamwork, and a customer-centered approach. As part of this commitment, LifeLabs prioritizes the ongoing development of our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program to better serve the needs of our diverse workforce and the communities we serve. We continue to take steps to challenge ourselves to act with courage and integrity, and to create an environment where people can be their true selves.

These values are not just words on a page, they guide our actions and decisions every day and have come to define our team culture.

Requirements

• Must be familiar and comfortable with APX and IntrLab systems.
• Must have the ability to problem solve and resolve issues surrounding specimen inquiries (queries, pendings etc)
• Must have current Sample Management experience including IOM, Trackmaster.
• Must demonstrate a good understanding of Quality Assurance and be able to apply this knowledge at the right time to ensure good quality results.
• Must understand pre-analytical procedures including specimen receipt, proper handling, proper preparation in relation to Quality Assurance.
• High School diploma
• WHMIS training
• Previous laboratory experience preferred (Chemistry)
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment while adhering to LifeLabs standards of safety, accuracy and efficiency

Nice To Haves

• Registered Laboratory Assistant (OSMT) optional
• Preference will be given to someone with Beckmann Coulter Automate experience.

Responsibilities

• 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

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: Our award winning mental, physical and financial wellness programs aim to address the comprehensive well-being of our team members, including resources like the 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, etc., and optional health-related benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED