Medical Lab Assistant (OPSEU LAB), Toronto, ON
LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services · Etobicoke, ON
- On site
- Internship
- CA$45,000 / year
- Etobicoke, ON
Job highlights
- Support diagnostic processes with specimen handling.
- Ensure accuracy of patient information and data.
- Prepare and sort specimens for analysis.
- Collaborate with logistics and clients.
- Maintain lab equipment and safety standards.
About the role
About LifeLabs
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.
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.
About the Role
As Medical Lab Assistant you will play a key role in the testing and diagnostic process for a wide range of patients. LifeLabs also provides first aid training, continuing education opportunities, and excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement.
Job Details
- Status: Permanent, Part Time (between 0 and 20 hours per week)
- Shift: Flexible Shift availability requirement (anywhere between 6:00 AM - 1:00 AM)
- Number of positions: 4
- Start Date: ASAP
- Union: This is part of the OPSEU LAB collective agreement.
- These vacancies are for existing positions.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
- Unpack and sort a wide variety of incoming specimens received from sources including physicians, clinics, hospitals, and mobile LifeLabs technicians.
- Confirm the accuracy of all patient information on requisitions and specimen samples, resolve any problems or inaccuracies prior to testing, and perform required data entry.
- Prepare, sort & separate specimens for technical analysis.
- Respond to client inquiries & work in cooperation with the logistics department.
- Train and orient new team members.
- Perform weekly and monthly maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Conduct all work in full compliance with all laboratory safety and security policies and regulations.
What You Will Bring To The Role
- Successful completion or graduation from a recognized Medical Lab Assistant (MLA) program is an asset.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Candidate must be detail oriented with the ability to focus, prioritize and multi-task.
- Data entry and computer skills.
- Committed to remaining current with company practices, training, policies & procedures.
- Prior experience in laboratory operations or medical terminology an asset.
- Ability to communicate with other internal & external departments.
- Ability to maintain the strictest standards of patient privacy and confidentiality.
Compensation and Benefits
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 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.
Accessibility and Accommodations
In accordance with LifeLabs’ 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 email careers@lifelabs.com.
Vaccinations
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 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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Key skills/competency
- Medical Lab Assistant
- Specimen Handling
- Data Entry
- Laboratory Equipment Maintenance
- Patient Confidentiality
- Medical Terminology
- Attention to Detail
- Fast-Paced Environment
- Teamwork
- Client Inquiries
Skills & topics
- Medical Lab Assistant
- Laboratory Technician
- Specimen Processing
- Diagnostic Services
- Patient Care
- Data Entry
- Healthcare Operations
- Lab Safety
- Medical Terminology
- Ontario Jobs
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your Medical Lab Assistant program completion and any prior lab experience. Emphasize your detail-oriented nature and data entry skills.
- Address key requirements: Explicitly mention your ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and maintain patient confidentiality in your application.
- Showcase your fit: In your cover letter, connect your skills and values to LifeLabs' mission and core values of caring, agility, and teamwork.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with specimen handling, data accuracy, and equipment maintenance. Practice explaining how you handle inquiries and maintain confidentiality.
- Follow up professionally: If appropriate, send a thank-you note after your interview, reiterating your interest and suitability for the Medical Lab Assistant role.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Medical Lab Assistant position at LifeLabs in Toronto?
- The Medical Lab Assistant position at LifeLabs in Toronto is a part-time role. While specific hours can be flexible between 6:00 AM and 1:00 AM, the role involves working between 0 and 20 hours per week.
- What qualifications are essential for the Medical Lab Assistant role at LifeLabs?
- While a Medical Lab Assistant (MLA) program completion or graduation is an asset, essential skills include the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, strong attention to detail, prioritization, multitasking abilities, and solid data entry and computer skills. Maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality is also critical.
- How does LifeLabs support career growth for Medical Lab Assistants?
- LifeLabs offers excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement. They also provide first aid training and continuing education opportunities to support your professional development as a Medical Lab Assistant.
- What is the compensation structure for a Medical Lab Assistant at LifeLabs?
- LifeLabs offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive total rewards program. Compensation is based on role, skill, effort, responsibility, and working conditions, ensuring fairness irrespective of personal characteristics. Specific pay is communicated transparently.
- What benefits can I expect as a part-time Medical Lab Assistant at LifeLabs?
- As a part-time employee, your package may include employee group benefits such as Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance. You may also have access to a Retirement Savings Plan, Vacation and Wellness Days, and various employee wellness programs.
- How does LifeLabs ensure a fair and inclusive recruitment process for the Medical Lab Assistant position?
- LifeLabs is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates throughout the recruitment and selection process, aligning with their Accessibility Policy and provincial acts.
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Medical Lab Assistant at LifeLabs?
- Key responsibilities include unpacking and sorting specimens, verifying patient information accuracy, preparing specimens for analysis, responding to client inquiries, maintaining lab equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.