Lab Patient Technician - Part Time - Newmarket, ON

Position Overview

The Lab Patient Technician will be responsible for the specimen collection process, from greeting patients through to preparation of specimens for transportation. This is an important role in patient care that allows you to make a meaningful impact on Canadians’ lives.

Key Details

• Schedule: Part Time – Mon - Tue 9:00 – 14:00, Thu - Sat available to cover sick calls and/or vacation
• Number of positions: 1
• Start date: 27 July 2026
• Requirement: Valid license and vehicle, must be able to work every Saturday.
• Note: Shifts and schedules may vary depending on operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, request required information, explain specimen collection process, and ensure patients have followed necessary test protocol prior to specimen collection.
• Perform phlebotomies, connect/disconnect Holter monitors, 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

• Graduate of an approved Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent is preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience is an asset.
• ECG training or experience is an asset.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good computer skills with a minimum typing speed of 40 wpm.
• Strong customer/patient service with the ability to relate to patients and clients even in stressful situations.
• Strong empathy, flexibility, adaptability to change, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to maintain the strictest standards of patient privacy and confidentiality.

Benefits

• Employee Group Benefits: Competitive coverage for employees and their families, including Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan.
• Vacation and Wellness Days.
• Employee Wellness and Giving Programs, including an Employee & Family Assistance Program, financial planning tools, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Professional development and membership reimbursement, plus access to preferred rates and discount programs such as WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, and optional health‑related benefits.
• Comprehensive Total Rewards Program tailored to this position.

Accessibility

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 View email address on ca.talent.com.

Vaccination Policy

Vaccinations are highly encouraged. Vaccination 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.