Compensation Pay Range: $44.37-$54.87
Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land. CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to more than 6,500 staff, clinicians, scientists and researchers, as well as volunteers – all of whom work together to help children and youth achieve their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system. Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that’s provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO’s Research Institute is dedicated to world-class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children’s health concerns. CHEO has been named Canada’s best health-care employer by Forbes in 2024, 2025 and 2026 and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada’s Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 14th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario.
POSITION SUMMARY Newborn Screening Ontario (NSO) offers screening for serious diseases to the approximately 140,000 babies born in Ontario each year. The NSO laboratory uses complex testing methods including tandem mass spectrometry, automated immunoassays, HPLC, automated enzymatic assays, and molecular genetic assays. NSO is committed to continuous quality improvement and being global leaders in screening through research, development, education, and innovation. The senior technologist in the Newborn Screening Laboratory provides technical expertise and supervision for laboratory staff, and works in close collaboration with the laboratory director and other laboratory staff, in addition to the medical and operations directors.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Provide daily laboratory supervision with respect to: technical guidance trouble-shooting research and development activities preparation/monitoring of schedules re: appropriate staffing levels as required
Maintain policy and procedure manuals in accordance with licensing and IQMH Accreditation standards




Monitor quality control and quality assurance activities: ensure appropriate and timely testing introduce/evaluate new reagents, equipment and procedures and coordinate subsequent training
Analyze data to suggest corrective actions as necessary
Provide laboratory bench coverage and/or case-checking as required
Summarize, interpret and evaluate laboratory statistics, including workload unit data
Participate in in-service education
Organize orientation and training for new staff and trainees
Participate in recruitment, selection, retention and performance appraisal of staff, as required
Maintain and monitor an inventory control system
Promote an effective working environment with emphasis on professional ethics, effective communication, and team participation
Monitor and enforce established safety regulations in collaboration with the laboratory safety officer(s)
Participate in the ongoing quality improvement initiatives including review and follow-up of nonconformance/incident reports
Participate in other tasks/projects as required
Draft and/or review policies/procedures for Lab-related issues
QUALIFICATIONS Criminal Record Check (Essential)
Registration with the CMLTO (or eligibility to register) (Essential)
Masters level preparation in a related field of study (Preferred)
Ability to perform, at a high level, technical responsibilities of a technologist (Essential)
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in an accredited laboratory (Preferred)
Some form of relevant supervisory experience (Preferred)Good knowledge of IQMH Accreditation requirements (Preferred)
Ability to maintain accurate records, organize workload and establish priorities (Essential)
Effective oral and written presentation and communication (Essential)
Ability to exercise good judgement and flexibility (Essential)
Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure (Essential)
Demonstrated interest in personal professional development (Essential)
Working knowledge of computers and software, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint (Essential)
Bilingualism (English/French) (Preferred) (Note: experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic/experience requirements)
Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU).
This position will be based out of Ottawa.



Please note that location may be subject to change at any time at the discretion of the employer. All OPSEU members shall be granted an interview upon passing the pre‑screening. Pre‑screening might include testing. Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre‑screening and evaluation process. This process may include more diverse and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested. Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire. Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.
CHEO is much more than a hospital. Our commitment to outstanding care and continued development impacts every part of a child and youth's health and well-being. We play a crucial role in building a healthy future for our community. Working at CHEO means a rewarding career. A career at CHEO provides a: competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package unique culture that fosters dedication, communication, respect and teamwork place where your opinions will be respected, contributions valued and your initiatives rewarded family-friendly environment that supports you and your own family, as well as the children, youth and families we serve chance to grow — personally and professionally — through our comprehensive orientation program and on-the-job learning support for continued education and learning potential for a relocation reimbursement benefit truly unique work environment
CHEO continues to be selected by local, national and international competitions showcasing employers who lead their sector in offering exceptional workplaces for their employees. For the eleventh time, CHEO has been recognized as one of the National Capital Region’s Top Employers. We are among a select group of organizations at the forefront of their respective industries who offer exceptional places to work. We were given this honour based on our outstanding: workplace atmosphere benefits employee communications training and skills development community involvement

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📌 Senior Laboratory Technologist, Newborn Screening Ontario – Permanent Full-Time (1.0) (Quebec City)
🏢 Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario
📍 Quebec City