ECG Technician/Lab Assistant

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: All Sites Department: Laboratory Medicine Program, Clinical Genetics Reports to: Senior Manager, Advanced Diagnostics Hours: 37.5 hours per week Salary: $32.59 - $37.26 per hour Shifts: All Shifts 24/7 Status: Permanent Full Time Closing Date: September 3, 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 ECG Technician/Lab Assistant in this area will perform a variety of pre-analytical support functions under direct supervision. Duties Performing specimen accession, preparation and processing techniques using accepted safety procedures Receiving, sorting and processing specimens following established procedures and guidelines Preparing, handling and dispensing reagents, medias and solutions, as required Preparing specimens referred out to other testing sites Performing report handling and statistics collection 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, or recognized equivalent required Graduate of a post-secondary Laboratory Technician or Laboratory Assistant certificate program, or recognized equivalent strongly preferred Registration in good standing with MLPAO (Medical Laboratory Professionals' Association of Ontario) or CSMLS (Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science) strongly preferred Minimum one (1) year recent work experience in clinical genetic laboratory setting preferred Demonstrated knowledge of Epic HIS accessioning and requisition entry required Demonstrated knowledge of clinical genetics sample workflow preferred Demonstrated knowledge of general laboratory equipment maintenance and operation preferred Effective organizational, time management and prioritization skills required Effective verbal and written communication skills required Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Procedures in a laboratory setting preferred Computer literate in Windows based applications required Ability to work effectively as a team member required Ability to work accurately under stressful conditions required Additional Information Why join UHN? In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at 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 32.59 - CAD 37.26 - hourly

Perform pre-analytical support functions including specimen accessioning, processing, and preparation within a clinical genetics laboratory. Maintain inventory, handle reports, and ensure compliance with hospital safety and confidentiality policies.

Requires a high school diploma and a post-secondary Laboratory Technician or Assistant certificate. Candidates should have at least one year of experience in a clinical genetics setting and proficiency with Epic HIS.

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan • Transit access • Shuttle service • Flexible work environment • Corporate discounts • On-site gyms

• Gestion du tempsSouhaitée
• Travail d’équipeSouhaitée
• written communicationSouhaitée
• Inventory ControlSouhaitée
• PrioritizationSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Specimen accessioning
• Laboratory safety procedures
• Clinical genetics
• Epic HIS
• Requisition entry
• Laboratory equipment maintenance
• Inventory control
• Time management
• Prioritization
• Verbal communication
• Written communication
• Occupational health and safety
• Data collection
• Specimen processing
• Teamwork
• Epic EMR
• Laboratory Equipment
• Specimen Preparation
• Workflow Management
• Specimen Processing
• Safety Procedures
• Electrocardiography
• Research
• Artificial Intelligence
• Medical Research
• Management
• Cardiology
• Medical Laboratory
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Pathology
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Infectious Diseases
• Medical Genetics
• Oncology
• Rehabilitation
• Medical Privacy
• Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation
• Sorting
• Statistics
• Time Management

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Administrative
• ECG Technician
• EKG Technician
• Medical Imaging and Therapeutic Equipment Technicians
• Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians

Formation minimale

Études secondaires

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

4 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

38 heures par semaine