Laboratory Technician V (Advanced Laboratory Technician)
at University Health Network
Toronto, ON, Canada -
Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
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Immediate | 28 Jul, 2024 | USD 34 Hourly | 10 Jun, 2024 | 1 year(s) or above | Hla,Completion,Time Management,Windows,Continuing Education,Customer Service,Communication Skills,Equipment Maintenance,Medical Terminology,Health | No | No |
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Description:
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Union: OPSEU
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Laboratory Medicine Program, Advanced Diagnostics
Work Model: On-Site
Reports to: Manager
Grade: C0:10
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $34.89 - $40.17 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable
Shifts: All Shifts 24/7
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: June 28, 2024
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 Laboratory team the Technician V (Advanced Laboratory Technician) performs a variety of support functions under a medical directive.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 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
- Minimum over 2 years up to and including 3 years practical and related experience in Clinical Genetics and/or HLA; and/or 1 year on-the-job training in Clinical Genetics and/or HLA
- Certification from CSMLS (preferred), MLPAO, or agency recognized by the Laboratory Licensing Branch of the Ministry of Health of the Province of Ontario
- Completion of 30 hours of professional continuing education per year
- Computer literate in Windows based applications
- Experience working in a health care environment
- Experience with the Epic HIS/Beaker Application is an asset
- Very good customer service, interpersonal and telephone skills
- Good organizational, time management and prioritization skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Good problem solving skills
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently under stress situations
- Ability to work effectively as a team member
- Knowledge of laboratory equipment maintenance and operation
- Knowledge is sterile and aseptic conditions as required by assigned area
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Professional liability insurance
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 and document control responsibilities
- Observing and understanding Hospital and departmental policies and procedures
- Adhering to Hospital and departmental mission and value statements while maintaining patient confidentiality
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:1.0Max:3.0 year(s)
Hospital/Health Care
Pharma / Biotech / Healthcare / Medical / R&D
Health Care
Diploma
Proficient
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Toronto, ON, Canada