Supervisor, Clinical Laboratory-Biochemistry

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.

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Union: Non-Union

Number of vacancies: 1

New or Replacement Position: Replacement 

Site: Toronto General Hospital

Department: Laboratory Medicine

Reports to: Manager, Core Laboratory 

Salary Range: $48.02 to $60.02 per hour 

Hours: 37.5 hours per week 

Status: Permanent Full-Time

Closing Date: March 10, 2026

As an integral member of the Laboratory management team, the SUPERVISOR CLINICAL LABORATORY is responsible for maintaining primary responsibility for the daily operation of the laboratory including: directly supervising assigned laboratory personnel;; facilitating access to educational programs by assigned personnel; maintaining professional development of self; assisting in the development, implementation and maintenance of policies and procedures of the Clinical Laboratory, in consultation with the Medical Director and Laboratory Manager; ensuring adherence to Hospital policies and procedures within the laboratory; assisting with the preparation of budgets; maintaining responsibility for laboratory equipment and products; observing Hospital and departmental policies and procedures; adhering to Hospital and departmental mission and value statements while maintaining patient confidentiality; performing cross-functional responsibilities, as required; performing other related duties consistent with the job classification, as required.

• Completion of a three (3) year community college program or a Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Technologist, required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business/Health Administration or a recognized equivalent, required.
• Certification with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologist of Ontario (CMLTO), required.
• At minimum, five (5) years of practical and related experience and/or on-the-job training, required.
• Two (2) years supervisory (formal or informal) experience in a laboratory setting, required.
• Excellent problem recognition and problem solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective time management and organizational skills, ability to organize work and set priorities for self and others.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and team leader.
• Demonstrates commitment to continuing education.
• Experience in preparing for Accreditation Canada Diagnostics assessments.
• Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.  

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.

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.