About the role
Technician III
Competition #
8553
Job Title
Technician III
Department
Patient Services
Status
Permanent
Work Type
Part-time
Affiliation
ONA Paramedical
Shift Assignment
As assigned
Bilingualism Required
Yes
Police Check Requirement
Vulnerable Sector Check
Site
RLHC-ONA Paramedical
Salary Information
$30.49 - $35.15 / hour
Application Closing Date
August 13, 2025
Education and Training:
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Graduate of a recognized Medical Laboratory Technician/Assistant program or equivalent.
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Certification with Medical Laboratory Professionals’ Association of Ontario (MLPAO) or Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) Certification with Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS), or if not certified, proven intent to work towards certification with either CSMLS or MLPAO is required.
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Certified to perform phlebotomy as a delegated controlled act.
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Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
Experience:
- Recent phlebotomy experience preferred.
- Recent experience in performing resting ECGs, Rhythm strips, 15 lead.
- High level of expertise required in performing the following:
- Adult venipunctures
- Pediatric venipunctures
- Newborn Heel Picks
- Finger Picks
- Use of Butterflys
- Procuring blood samples from hands/feet
- Procuring Blood Cultures
Knowledge/Skills/Ability:
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Demonstrated knowledge and principles of Electrocardiograms.
-
Demonstrated knowledge in the procurement of various types of blood samples.
-
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the proven ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians and other health care professionals.
-
Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, i.e. Excel, Word and Outlook.
-
Demonstrated proficiency in data entry and working knowledge of computerized patient information systems (Meditech)
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Excellent organizational skills.
-
Proven ability to work independently and as a team player.
Personal Suitability:
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Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
-
Current WHMIS certification & Mask Fit
Selection Process: Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required.
Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.
HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.
About Health Sciences North
Health Sciences North/Horizon Santé-Nord (HSN) is a new approach to delivering the highest quality patient care, research, teaching and learning to Northern Ontario and beyond. It is a network of integrated facilities and programs working together for the benefit of our patients, communities, physicians, researchers, staff and learners in the areas of prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care.
HSN offers a variety of programs and services that meet many patient care needs, with leading regional programs in the areas of cardiac care, oncology, nephrology, trauma and rehabilitation.
About the role
Technician III
Competition #
8553
Job Title
Technician III
Department
Patient Services
Status
Permanent
Work Type
Part-time
Affiliation
ONA Paramedical
Shift Assignment
As assigned
Bilingualism Required
Yes
Police Check Requirement
Vulnerable Sector Check
Site
RLHC-ONA Paramedical
Salary Information
$30.49 - $35.15 / hour
Application Closing Date
August 13, 2025
Education and Training:
-
Graduate of a recognized Medical Laboratory Technician/Assistant program or equivalent.
-
Certification with Medical Laboratory Professionals’ Association of Ontario (MLPAO) or Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) Certification with Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS), or if not certified, proven intent to work towards certification with either CSMLS or MLPAO is required.
-
Certified to perform phlebotomy as a delegated controlled act.
-
Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
Experience:
- Recent phlebotomy experience preferred.
- Recent experience in performing resting ECGs, Rhythm strips, 15 lead.
- High level of expertise required in performing the following:
- Adult venipunctures
- Pediatric venipunctures
- Newborn Heel Picks
- Finger Picks
- Use of Butterflys
- Procuring blood samples from hands/feet
- Procuring Blood Cultures
Knowledge/Skills/Ability:
-
Demonstrated knowledge and principles of Electrocardiograms.
-
Demonstrated knowledge in the procurement of various types of blood samples.
-
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the proven ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians and other health care professionals.
-
Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, i.e. Excel, Word and Outlook.
-
Demonstrated proficiency in data entry and working knowledge of computerized patient information systems (Meditech)
-
Excellent organizational skills.
-
Proven ability to work independently and as a team player.
Personal Suitability:
-
Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
-
Current WHMIS certification & Mask Fit
Selection Process: Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required.
Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.
HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.
About Health Sciences North
Health Sciences North/Horizon Santé-Nord (HSN) is a new approach to delivering the highest quality patient care, research, teaching and learning to Northern Ontario and beyond. It is a network of integrated facilities and programs working together for the benefit of our patients, communities, physicians, researchers, staff and learners in the areas of prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care.
HSN offers a variety of programs and services that meet many patient care needs, with leading regional programs in the areas of cardiac care, oncology, nephrology, trauma and rehabilitation.