Phlebotomist - Lab Technician Casual

Pollin Fertility • Full-time • Toronto, Ontario, Canada • 6d ago

Category: Lab

Province: Toronto , Ontario

Position: Phlebotomist

Job Description / Duties

Pollin Fertility is currently seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist to join our lab team. The successful candidate will play an important role in providing high-quality care while ensuring the well-being of our patients throughout their journey.

What Your Core Responsibilities Will Be:

Perform lab tests and procedures related to fertility, including hormone assays and other specialized tests as required
Collect, process and prepare patient samples (blood, urine etc.) for analysis, ensuring adherence to proper handling and storage protocols
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments, calibrating and performing routine maintenance to ensure accurate and reliable results
Follow established protocols and procedures for quality control and quality assurance, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and accreditation standards
Record and maintain accurate detailed laboratory data, test results, and patient information in electronic medical record systems
Preparation of specimens & manifest for courier transport to Dynacare
Brings to the attention of the Laboratory Director/Supervisor or acts upon any errors detected or made, and respond as objectively as possible;
Becomes familiar with all new or revised procedures as they become available and maintains laboratory currency by regular review of the Laboratory Manual;
Participates in safety programs within the clinic;
Maintains up-to-date quality assurance records for tests and procedures performed in the Laboratory.
Promote a positive work environment and culture, be accountable for personal conduct
Other duties as required

Qualifications / Required Skills:

BSc in Biology or related field or diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology.
Documented training for Phlebotomy.
MLPAO Certificate
Diploma in Phlebotomy
Minimum of one (1) year Laboratory experience specific to phlebotomy techniques in a Fertility setting
Experience with effective puncture techniques
Understanding of proper patient identification methods
Knowledge of legal requirements about drawing blood, handling fluid samples and use of relevant medical equipment and material
An ability to apply rigorous quality control procedures
Well-developed problem solving techniques
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work under minimal supervision
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work safely and accurately, follow directives from assigned Laboratory Manager, and complete assigned tasks promptly
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member and adjust to varying work assignments as needed, or independently, as required
Prior hands-on experience with Roche e411 e402 or comparable fertility immunoassay instrument, demonstrating independent technical and troubleshooting skills to operate the platform, perform testing & reporting duties.
Routine operational duties include: centrifuging and loading samples for testing, performing daily QC, reviewing QC flags, escalating issues to Supervisors and/or Roche Customer service as needed, reviewing results prior to finalizing reporting
Is proficient in Google, docs, and sheets
Has superior patient service skills, confidentiality and a professional demeanor
Is self-motivated with an ability to work independently while following procedures
Is able to prioritize and seamlessly manage multiple tasks
Has excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team
Has highly effective organizational, documentation and communication skills

Working Conditions

General office conditions
7 day per week operation, 7am-3pm
Weekend and Holiday work as required

Salary: Salary is commensurate with experience and an attractive benefits package.

Contact Information

hr@pollinfertility.com

Employer Profile

Pollin is an emerging fertility and reproductive healthcare centre in Toronto. Our goal is to improve patient experience, safety, and success rates by integrating technology into all aspects of a patient's fertility journey. We are committed to improving the clinical experience for our staff to enable them to better care for patients. Our intention is to improve patients' experience by designing their journeys to be seamless, guided by science and to improve their pregnancy outcomes. Pollin Fertility is uniquely positioned to bring a new and improved experience to families who want to know more about their reproductive health or who are starting their own fertility journeys.

Pollin is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact hr@pollinfertility.com for assistance.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Types: Permanent, Casual

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