Laboratory Technician V (Advanced Laboratory Technician), Genetics
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- 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
- 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
- Professional liability insurance
Nice To Haves
- 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
- Knowledge of genetics and medical terminology, preferred
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- 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.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
