Laboratory Technician V (Advanced Laboratory Technician), Genetics

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP pension

Transit access

Flexible work environment

On-site perks and discounts

Job summary

University Health Network in Toronto General Hospital is seeking an Advanced Laboratory Technician to join the Clinical Genetics laboratory team. You will perform limited testing under medical direction, manage pre-analytic tasks, and provide essential support for timely results and quality processes.

The role requires CSMLS/MLPAO certification, at least 6 months in a genetics lab, and strong teamwork, communication, and time-management skills.

Qualifications

• High school plus a Lab Technician Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 6 months of genetics laboratory experience.
• CSMLS/MLPAO certification required.
• 30 hours of professional development annually.
• Proficient in Windows; Epic HIS/Beaker experience preferred.
• Experience in a health-care environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform limited testing/reporting and pre-analytic tasks in assigned areas.
• Handle tubes/reagents and follow safety procedures.
• Support inventory management and quality responsibilities.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to policies.
• Cross-functional duties as required.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Adaptability

Education

High school + Lab Technician Diploma

CSMLS/MLPAO certification

Tools

Epic HIS/Beaker

Job description

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care.

UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

www.uhn.ca

Job Description

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: August 27, 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

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 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
• 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?

• 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 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 UHN's 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. 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.

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.

Department: Laboratory Medicine

Compensation: CAD 35.93 - CAD 41.37 - hourly