Laboratory Technician, Genetics Program – Temporary Full Time (1.0) (until March, 2027)
About The Position
Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land. CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to more than 6,500 staff, clinicians, scientists and researchers, as well as volunteers – all of whom work together to help children and youth achieve their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system. Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that’s provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO’s Research Institute is dedicated to world-class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children’s health concerns. CHEO has been named Canada’s best health-care employer by Forbes in 2024 and 2025 and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada’s Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 14th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario.
Requirements
- Criminal Record Check (Essential)
- OSMT or College Technician (MLA) Certificate (or appropriate combination of training and experience) (Essential)
- Demonstrated verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills (Essential)
- Demonstrated commitment to learning (Essential)
- Demonstrated initiative; team work; flexible work schedule (Essential)
- Works effectively under minimal supervision (Essential)
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working in a genetics laboratory (Preferred)
- Bilingual (English/French) (Preferred)
Responsibilities
- Work effectively in a cross-functional team environment
- Receive, verify, label and prepare clinical specimens for testing and shipping
- May be required to register patient samples and request tests in the LIS, and perform non-complex sample processing
- Provide service coverage for meals, breaks, vacation and sick leave as required.
- Comply with / adhere to health and safety guidelines which include the practice of universal precautions
- Perform all duties in accordance with the standards outlined in the laboratory quality assurance program
- Show initiative and assist co-workers in timely sample processing
- Assist in the instruction of medical laboratory students, residents and other health care workers as required
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Foster a positive work environment
Benefits
- competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- unique culture that fosters dedication, communication, respect and teamwork
- place where your opinions will be respected, contributions valued and your initiatives rewarded
- family-friendly environment that supports you and your own family, as well as the children, youth and families we serve
- chance to grow — personally and professionally — through our comprehensive orientation program and on-the-job learning
- support for continued education and learning
- potential for a relocation reimbursement benefit
- truly unique work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
