Company Description UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto. UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality. www.uhn.ca Job Description Union: OPSEU Number of Vacancies: 1 New or Replacement Position: Replacement Site: Toronto General Hospital Department: Laboratory Medicine Program, Genetics Reports to: Senior Manager, Genetics & HLA Hours: 37.5 hours per week Salary: $35.93 - $41.37 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable Shifts: All Shifts 24/7 Status: Permanent Full Time Closing Date: August 27, 2026 Position Summary Join UHN's Laboratory Medicine Program, Canada's largest hospital diagnostic lab and a global leader in academic labs. With over 30 million tests per year and 1,300 outpatients served daily, we are at the forefront of pathology and clinical testing. Embrace innovation and contribute to ground-breaking research, education, and exemplary service. Join our dynamic team of 700 dedicated staff and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of laboratory medicine. As an integral member of the Clinical Genetics laboratory team the Technician V (Advanced Laboratory Technician) performs a variety of support functions under a medical directive. Duties Performing limited testing/reporting and pre-analytic tasks in assigned areas using accepted safety practices Following established procedures and guidelines; preparing, handling and dispensing tubes/reagents Performing report handling, statistics collection, and selected quality responsibilities Provide support for inventory, supply control and receiving Performing other duties related to a clinical genetics laboratory Observing and understanding Hospital and departmental policies and procedures Adhering to Hospital and departmental mission and value statements while maintaining patient confidentiality Performing cross-functional duties as assigned or requested Performing other duties related to and consistent with the job classification, as required Qualifications At minimum, completion of high school + additional program 1 year and over in Laboratory Technician, Laboratory Assistant Diploma (or higher MLP) from an accredited institution or completion of the discipline specific degree, or micro credential or recognized equivalent, required Minimum 6 months of practical and related experience in a Clinical Genetics laboratory, required Certification from CSMLS, MLPAO, or agency recognized by the Laboratory Licensing Branch of the Ministry of Health of the Province of Ontario, required Completion of 30 hours of professional continuing education per year, required Computer literate in Windows based applications, required Experience working in a health care environment, required Experience with the Epic HIS/Beaker Application, required Very good customer service, interpersonal and telephone skills, preferred Good organizational, time management and prioritization skills, preferred Good verbal and written communication skills, preferred Good problem solving skills, preferred Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment, required Ability to work effectively and efficiently under stress situations, required Ability to work effectively as a team member, required Knowledge of laboratory equipment maintenance and operation Knowledge and experience using sterile and aseptic conditions in a clinical laboratory setting as required by assigned area, required Knowledge of genetics and medical terminology, preferred Professional liability insurance Additional Information Why join UHN? In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN. Competitive offer packages Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/) Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service A flexible work environment Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.) Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration. All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

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Department: Laboratory Medicine Compensation: CAD 35.93 - CAD 41.37 - hourly