Laboratory Technician, Genetics Program – Temporary Full Time (1.0) (until March, 2027

CHEO • Ottawa, ON

2d • CA$32 - CA$39 • Onsite

About The Position

CHEO is a global leader in pediatric health, transforming from a 20th-century acute care hospital into a 21st-century integrated child and youth health system. Ranked among Canada's best employers, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education. The Research Institute is dedicated to world-class research across a wide range of children's health concerns. This temporary full-time position (until March 2027) is part of the Genetics Program and involves working effectively in a cross-functional team environment to prepare clinical specimens for testing and shipping. The role may include registering patient samples, performing non-complex sample processing, and providing service coverage for colleagues. Adherence to health and safety guidelines, including universal precautions, and the laboratory quality assurance program is mandatory. The position also involves fostering a positive work environment and assisting co-workers and students as needed.

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
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree