Medical Lab Technician

For over 50 years LifeLabs has beenCanadas 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.

We are committed innovators operatingCanadasfirst commercial genetics lab and the countrys largest online patient portal with more than 8 million Canadians receiving their results than112 million laboratory tests come through LifeLabs laboratories annually and our team of more than 6000 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 Canadas Best Employers reflecting our deep commitment to our core values of caring agility teamwork and a customercentered 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.

LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services is seeking aMedical Laboratory Technicianto join our team in Waterloo ONThis 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: Regular Part Time
Schedule: Hours will mainly be between of 6:45AM 18:00 PM MondayFriday with rotational Saturday shifts. Shifts and locations will vary depending on operation needs
Additional requirements: This a regular part time float position. Must have a valid G Driver License and must have access to a reliable vehicle. Only candidates that meet all requirements will be considered for this position

Discipline: Chemistry
Number of Positions: 1
Start Date: ASAP

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 nonconformances; 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 ones own health & safety as well as the safety of coworkers 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 fastpaced team environment while adhering to LifeLabs standards of safety accuracy and efficiency.

LifeLabs compensation programs are commensurate based on the role skill effort responsibility and working conditions irrespective of gender race ethnicity beliefs age or any other personal characteristics. Pay programs are communicated regularly in an accessible and transparent manner.

LifeLabs is also proud to offer resources opportunities as well as a collaborative and supportive environment that enables our team members to thrive.

In addition to a competitive compensation package LifeLabs provides a comprehensive total rewards program specific to the job position. Your package may include:

• 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: Our award winning mental physical and financial wellness programs aim to address the comprehensive wellbeing 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 healthrelated benefits.

In accordance withLifeLabs Accessibility Policy and the applicable Accessibility Acts within the provinces we operate in accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation please contact your recruiter or emailemailprotected.

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 employerled vaccination policies in the facilities we service. Please ensure you ask if this position requires the successful candidate to be vaccinated or undergo immunization screening.

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