Phlebotomist Technician

**Competition Number**
- 2024-NON-038

**Job Type**
- Casual

**Hours**
- Consist of 11.25 hour shifts covering days, evenings, nights, and weekends

Subject to change as per operational requirements

**Classification**
- Phlebotomist

**Department**
- Laboratory

**Salary**
- $30.3779 to $34.1294 per hour

**Closing Date**
- Thursday, January 2, 2025

**Description**

The Laboratory Phlebotomist Technician, under direct supervision, performs laboratory support procedures which require limited technical skill and responsibilities. The Laboratory Phlebotomist Technician will be responsible for performing all aspects of blood collection, including venous and capillary blood samples from adults, children and neo-nates, in-patients, outpatients and patients from special areas such as dialysis, chemotherapy, etc. The Lab Phlebotomist Technician will make trips for phlebotomy to hospital wards at pre-determined times, and as requested while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

Under the direction/supervision of a qualified Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) or qualified Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA), the Lab Phlebotomist Technician works in collaboration with hospital systems to provide optimal patient-centered care while obtaining blood. They demonstrate compassion and prioritize care for patients and ensure each patient’s needs are met in a timely manner.

The clerical, technical and quality assurance responsibilities of this position include positive patient identification, procuring specimens, accessioning samples, preparing specimens for analysis or referral, storing, and disposing of specimens, maintaining records and observing principle of data security and patient confidentiality.

**Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team**:

- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
- Pay in lieu of vacation and benefits provided
- A third party partnered, self-directed and initiated benefits package through Health Care Providers (HCP) Group Insurance is provided that includes customizable health and dental plans, life insurance, long-term disability benefits (LTD), and accidental death, disease and dismemberment (ADD&D) based on package eligibility
- Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more

**Qualifications**
- Phlebotomy Technician Certificate or equivalent experience
- Phlebotomy training and recent phlebotomy experience required
- Experience with processing specimens, operating laboratory instruments preferred
- Thorough knowledge and proficiency in current laboratory procedures
- Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of a multicultural community and diverse population
- Demonstrated ability to effectively work independently and part of a multi-disciplinary team environment
- Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize tasks/responsibilities
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Reliable attendance record
- We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. First consideration will be given to current internal employees of LWDH._
- Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position. _
- LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles._
- We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation._
- For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393_