Medical Laboratory Technologist

Job summary

Collect, prepare, and process patient specimens; perform laboratory tests; and analyze and verify results, reporting abnormal findings according to established protocols. Maintain and calibrate equipment, complete quality control and documentation, follow safety procedures, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to support accurate diagnostic results.

Job details

Position Title: Medical Laboratory Technologist Location: Toronto, ON, Canada (Onsite) Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent Compensation: Competitive package (based on experience) Role Overview Our client is a well-established healthcare organization in Toronto seeking a skilled Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform laboratory testing, specimen analysis, and quality control procedures. The successful candidate will support accurate and timely diagnostic results while maintaining high standards of laboratory safety and quality. Key Responsibilities Collect, receive, prepare, and process patient specimens for laboratory testing. Perform routine and specialised tests using laboratory equipment and established procedures. Analyse and verify test results and report abnormal findings according to protocols. Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment. Maintain accurate laboratory records, test results, and patient documentation. Perform quality control checks and ensure compliance with laboratory standards. Identify equipment or testing issues and take appropriate corrective action. Follow infection control, safety, and laboratory procedures at all times. Collaborate with laboratory staff, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Maintain a clean, organised, and safe laboratory environment. Required Experience & Skills Diploma or degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or a related field. Valid certification/registration as required to practise as a Medical Laboratory Technologist in Ontario. Experience in clinical laboratory testing and specimen processing preferred. Knowledge of laboratory procedures, quality control, and safety standards. Strong attention to detail and analytical skills. Ability to operate laboratory instruments and technical equipment. Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and effectively within a healthcare team. Good to Have Experience in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, or transfusion medicine. Experience working in a hospital, diagnostic laboratory, or healthcare environment. Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS). Knowledge of Canadian laboratory accreditation and quality standards. Apply Now Send your CV to talent@leadingedge.plus with Medical Laboratory Technologist in the subject line.

What you’ll do

Collect, prepare, and process patient specimens; perform laboratory tests; and analyze and verify results, reporting abnormal findings according to established protocols. Maintain and calibrate equipment, complete quality control and documentation, follow safety procedures, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to support accurate diagnostic results.

Requirements

A diploma or degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or a related field and valid certification or registration to practise in Ontario are required. Clinical laboratory testing experience is preferred, along with knowledge of laboratory procedures, quality control, and safety standards, and strong analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Specimen Processing
• Clinical Laboratory Testing
• Laboratory Test Analysis
• Result Verification
• Quality Control
• Laboratory Equipment Operation
• Instrument Calibration and Maintenance
• Laboratory Safety
• Infection Control
• Laboratory Documentation
• Problem-Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Analytical Skills
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Laboratory Information Systems

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Security & Safety