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: September 23, 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

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

Positive 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

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 versatile 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.

At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

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.

📌 Laboratory Technician V (Advanced Laboratory Technician), Genetics (Winnipeg)
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📍 Winnipeg