Medical Laboratory Technician

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michener Institute of Education at UHN in Toronto is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to join the Laboratory Services department on a permanent full-time basis.

The role involves processing specimens, assisting with safety and MSDS procedures, phlebotomy as required, and collaborating with education and clinical teams to support high-quality lab operations.

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience and roster registration with MLPAO/CMLTO.
• CSMLS certification preferred.
• Experience in Hematology, Transfusion Science, Chemistry and Microbiology.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Familiar with lab analyzers (ACL,AcT5, AU, Virto’s, Spectrophotometer, Vitek).

Responsibilities

• Supplying materials required for laboratory exercises.
• Procuring, preparing, pretesting and labeling specimens, reagents and slides.
• Assisting the continuing education department with lab set-up and requirements.
• Participating in biological and chemical safety by providing spill response & following MSDS procedures.
• Perform phlebotomy as required.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Additional duties as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Lab equipment knowledge

Education

MLPAO/CMLTO roster

CSMLS certification preferred

Tools

ACL

AcT5

AU

Vitek

Spectrophotometer

Virto’s

Job description

Company Description

The Michener Institute of Education at UHN is Canada’s only post-secondary institution devoted exclusively to healthcare professions, offering full-time, part-time and continuing education programs. For more than 65 years, Michener has prepared generations of professionals for applied health careers and responded to emerging health system priorities. We’re uniquely situated within University Health Network (UHN) in downtown Toronto, one of the largest and most highly ranked hospital systems in Canada and internationally. Our curriculum is informed by cutting-edge research and clinical innovations, giving Michener graduates an advantage as they begin their careers. At Michener, we make healthcare happen.

Position: Medical Laboratory Technician

Department: Laboratory Services

Status: Permanent Full-Time

Site: The Michener Institute

Salary: $49,868.00 - $62,335.00 per annum

Hours: 35 hours per week

Vacancies: 1 (Replacement)

Responsibilities

• Supplying materials required for laboratory exercises
• Procuring, preparing, pretesting and labeling specimens, reagents and slides
• Assisting the continuing education department with lab set-up and requirements
• Participating in biological and chemical safety by providing spill response & following Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) procedures and regulations
• Perform phlebotomy as required
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Additional duties as required

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience and certification with the Medical Laboratory Professionals' Association of Ontario (MLPAO) and/or College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO) roster registration required
• Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) preferred
• Sound problem solving and organizational skills
• Experience in Hematology, Transfusion Science, Chemistry and Microbiology
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
• Computer proficiency; specifically, Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Familiarity with lab analyzers (ACL,AcT5, AU, Virto’s, Spectrophotometer, Vitek, will be an asset)

Closing Date

November 4, 2026

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, and equal opportunity.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For further information on The Michener Institute, please visit our website at www.michener.ca.