ECG TechnicianLab Assistant, Flow Cytometry

Union: OPSEU
Number of Vacancies: 1
Site: All Sites
Department: Laboratory Medicine Program Flow Cytometry
Work Model: On-Site
Reports to: Senior Manager Core Laboratory
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $32.59 - $37.26 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable.
Shifts: All Shifts 24/7
Status: Permanent Full Time
Closing Date: November 6 2025

Position Summary
Join UHNs Laboratory Medicine Program Canadas largest hospital diagnostic lab and a global leader in academic labs. With over 30 million tests per year and 1300 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 Laboratory team the

Duties

• Receiving sorting and processing specimens following established procedures and guidelines
• Preparing handling and dispensing reagents medias and solutions as required
• Preparing specimens referred out to other testing sites and laboratory areas 
• Maintaining responsibility for inventory and supply control
• Performing other duties related to specimen management
• Observing and understanding Hospital and departmental policies and procedures
• Adhering to Hospital and departmental mission and value statements while maintaining patient confidentiality
• Perform cross-functional duties as assigned or requested
• Perform other duties related to and consistent with the job classification as required

Qualifications :

• Completion of Grade 12 or recognized equivalent
• Graduate of a certified post-secondary Laboratory Technician or Laboratory Assistant certificate program or recognized equivalent
• MLPAO (Medical Laboratory Professionals Association of Ontario) or CSMLS certification preferred
• Minimum one (1) year related work experience in a laboratory setting and specimen management required
• Minimum one (1) year recent work experience in flow cytometry required
• Demonstrates ability to develop skill and knowledge in all areas of the laboratory (on-the-job experience)
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of laboratory procedures equipment and special techniques in assigned areas
• Excellent problem recognition and problem solving skills
• Effective organizational time management skills and prioritization skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of appropriate behaviour required working successfully in a diverse work group
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Procedures in a laboratory
• Computer literacy
• Ability to work effectively as a team member
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work accurately under stressful conditions
• Knowledge of applicable Hospital and departmental policies procedures guidelines protocols and practices.
• Demonstrates commitment to continuing education

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  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 UHNs attendance management program to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading inaccurate or incorrect UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time