Laboratory Assistant

Laboratory Assistant – Life Labs Medical Laboratory Services

For over 50 years, Life Labs 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 Life Labs’ 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.

As a Laboratory Assistant you 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 and our business and will let you see the difference that you make in patients’ lives.

Status: Part Time Regular Float
Schedule: Varies (20-37.5 hours per week)
Additional requirements: N/A
Number of positions: 1
Start Date: ASAP
This vacancy is for an existing position.

• Greet and request required information from patients, explain the specimen collection process, and ensure patients have followed necessary test protocol prior to specimen collection.
• Perform phlebotomies, connect/disconnect holter monitors, 24‑hour blood pressure monitoring, 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.

• Completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Assistant program or equivalent related experience such as working as a healthcare professional with previous training or experience in phlebotomy, intravenous infusion and/or intravenous therapy (e.g., nurses, infusion therapists, cardiac technologists).
• ECG training or experience is an asset.
• Proficient data entry skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain the strictest standards of patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Ability to effectively relate to patients and health care providers.

Life Labs’ 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.

In addition to a competitive compensation package, Life Labs provides a comprehensive total rewards program tailored to the position. Your package may include:

• 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:
  Award‑winning mental, physical and financial wellness programs, including the Employee & Family Assistance Program, financial planning tools, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs (e.g., Work Perks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc.).

In accordance with Life Labs’ Accessibility Policy and applicable Accessibility Acts, 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

Vaccinations are highly encouraged cinations 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 confirm whether this position requires vaccination or immunization screening.