Lab Technician Labs Biochemistry

Duties & Responsibilities Aids Technical Specialist, Technologist, Operations Leader and/or Biochemists to perform tasks Willing to work within and outside the laboratory to support POC and nursing requests Provide support for the validation, implementation, operation and maintenance of the chemistry instrumentation Specimen loading and unloading and organization of patient specimens Tabulate, enter data, and prepare reports Experience with collection of patient specimens using methods such as macroduct (for sweat chloride testing), phlebotomy, capillary etc. is an asset Registers specimens and verifies for entry into the LIS system. Enters data for bar code generation. Performs pre-analytical procedures (e.g., centrifugation, aliquot, grind renal stones, prepare solutions, etc.) Sorts, allocates and delivers specimens to work stations, and loads onto instruments as appropriate. Receives, unpacks, sorts and manual storage of specimens and reagents. Prepares specimens for send-out to external clients. Participates in performing basic QC and inventory management Printing and distribution of laboratory reports. Responds to all customer telephone inquiries. Rotates through different work areas as required. Other duties as required. Qualifications Successful completion of a recognized Laboratory Assistant/Technician Program or equivalent experience required. OSMT/MLPAO or CSMLS certification required. Transportation of Dangerous Goods certification an asset. Must demonstrate ability to work independently and as a team to prioritize workload in a fast paced environment. Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills to answer questions from external clients or clinicians. Must be able to work cooperatively and constructively with other team members. Experience with Excel worksheets and data entry Computer and software experience/skills Must understand and be committed to the mission and values of St Michael's Hospital Must be punctual and have an excellent attendance record. HOURS OF WORK: Shifts for this position will be scheduled to work rotating shifts (days, evenings, nights) weekends and statutory holidays as required. Unity Health Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We strive to provide a recruitment process that is barrier-free and in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We understand that you may require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. When you are contacted, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs. We want to emphasize that all accommodation requests are handled with the utmost confidentiality, respecting your privacy and dignity.

The Lab Technician supports biochemists and technologists by performing pre-analytical procedures, managing specimen loading, and maintaining chemistry instrumentation. They are also responsible for registering specimens in the LIS, preparing reports, and handling customer inquiries.

Candidates must have completed a recognized Laboratory Assistant/Technician program and hold OSMT/MLPAO or CSMLS certification. Ability to work rotating shifts and strong communication skills are essential.

• Microsoft ExcelPreferred
• Data entryPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

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• Specimen Collection
• Phlebotomy
• Data Entry
• Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)
• Quality Control
• Centrifugation
• Inventory Management
• Patient Specimen Handling
• Microsoft Excel
• Interpersonal Communication

• Healthcare
• Science & Research

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 20, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level