Laboratory Technician -CVH Molecular Genetics

Trillium Health Partners; Mississauga; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Trillium Health Partners seeks a Laboratory Technician for a temporary position at Credit Valley Hospital, focused on specimen preparation and genetic testing. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields, lab experience, and strong communication skills, contributing to a collaborative healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Prior genetics lab experience preferred.
• Registration with MLPAO, OSMT or CSMLS preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Accession and registration of specimens for genetic testing.
• Perform cytogenetic and molecular techniques.
• Cell culture and harvesting following lab procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science (BSc.) degree in Biology/Chemistry/Genetics

Completion of an accredited Laboratory Technician/Assistant course

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

EPIC Beaker

Job description

Position: Laboratory Technician

Dept.: Laboratory, Medicine & Genetics

Posting ID: 3342

Role Level: AT05.12 ($32.59hr -$37.26hr)

Status: Temporary Casual (September 2, 2025 to December 31, 2026.

Site: Credit Valley Hospital

Shift: All Shifts

Posted: June 18-2025

Internal Deadline: June 25-2025

Trillium Health Partners (THP) is one of the largest community-based acute care facilities in Canada. Comprised of the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital and the Queensway Health Centre, Trillium Health Partners serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto and surrounding communities and is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

Our Mission: A New Kind of Health Care for a Healthier Community

Our Values: Compassion, Excellence, Courage

Our Goals: Quality, Access, Sustainability

Our Enablers: People, Education, Innovation, Research

Working collaboratively as part of the Genetics Laboratory team the successful candidate will perform nucleic acid extraction, tissue culture and harvest, equipment maintenance, quality and safety functions and general duties as directed. In addition, they will support Genetic Technologists in advanced molecular and cytogenetic techniques in line within the scope of Laboratory Technician’s in the CVH Genetics Lab.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science (BSc.) degree (Biology/Chemistry/Genetics) or equivalent. Completion of an accredited Laboratory Technician/Assistant course is an asset
• Registration with or eligible for registration with a professional association such as MLPAO, OSMT or CSMLS (Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science) preferred
• Prior Genetics lab experience and knowledge of Genetic Theory and Procedures preferred
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently. Professional and capable of developing effective working relationships
• Attention to detail with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Well organized with effective prioritization and time management skills
• Working knowledge of standard computer applications including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel). Experience in use of EPIC Beaker is an asset
• Satisfactory attendance and performance required

Responsibilities

• Accession, registration, preparation and processing of specimens for Genetic testing
• Handling and preparation of specimens for dispatch to other sites for testing
• Cell culture and harvesting following lab procedures and guidelines
• Perform Cytogenetic and Molecular techniques to support laboratory testing as assigned
• Preparation and handling of media, solutions and reagents
• Performing all other duties consistent with the Laboratory Technician role as assigned

To pursue this career opportunity, please visit our website: www.trilliumhealthpartners.ca

Internal Candidates who believe they possess the necessary qualifications and experience for this position and who have been in their current position for at least six (6) months are encouraged to apply.

Candidates are selected on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications.

Where these factors are relatively equal seniority shall govern providing the successful applicant.

Trillium Health Partners’ (THP) is an equal opportunity employer who values the importance of antiracism work and is committed to integrating antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion best practices throughout THP operations, policies and culture. Therefore, we ask that even if you do not see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on this posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We encourage all applicants who are members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Ontario Human Rights Code based on race, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nations, Métis or Inuk/Inuit person to consider this opportunity.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code Trillium Health Partners will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Trillium Health Partners is identified under the French Language Services Act.

We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.