Laboratory Technician V (Advanced Laboratory Technician), Genetics

Union: OPSEU
Number of Vacancies: 1
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: November 19 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 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 2 years years 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 preferred
• 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  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