Pulmonary Function Lab Technical Assistant

Union: Non-Union
New or Replacement: Replacement
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Surgical Program
Reports to: Manager
Wage Range: $22.60 - $28.25 per hour.
Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week
Status: Temporary Full-Time
Closing Date: April 30 2026

Job Summary

As an integral member of the Toronto General Hospital-Pulmonary Function Lab the Technical Assistant plays a crucial role by conducting various pulmonary function tests. This position involves working closely with patients and healthcare professionals to ensure accurate data collection and interpretation.

Duties

• Perform spirometry gas diffusion tests and other pulmonary function tests.
• Perform regular set up  and calibration of lab equipment in line with American Thoracic Society/European Respiratory Society protocol.
• Instruct patients for testing and adhere to the American Thoracic Society/European Respiratory Society recommendations.
• Determine which test do not meet standards  and document for physician interpretation.
• Participate in maintenance of standards through auditing and reporting.
• Accurately record and interpret test results.
• Work with healthcare providers to develop effective treatment plans based on test results.

Qualifications :

• . in Human Physiology Biology Kinesiology or student registry eligible for the Canadian Association of Cardio Pulmonary Technologist (CACPT).
• Knowledge of applicable laboratory policies procedures ATS guidelines protocols and practices.
• Previous experience working with patients in a hospital or clinic environment preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex data.
• Compassionate and patient-focused approach.

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.

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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 :

Contract