Technical Assistant

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.

Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Surgical Program
Reports to: Manager
Hours: 20 hours per week
Salary: $21.94 - $27.43 per hour
Status: Permanent Part-Time
Closing Date: January 23, 2025

As an integral member of the Pulmonary Function lab, the Technologist responsibilities include: performing various diagnostic pulmonary function tests on patients, cleaning and calibration of equipment. Technologist carries out tests according to American Thoracic Society/European Respiratory Society recommendation.

Duties:

• Perform regular set up and calibration of lab equipment in line with American Thoracic Society/European Respiratory Society protocol
• Maintains knowledge of current standards
• Instruct patients for testing and adhere to the American Thoracic Society/European Respiratory Society recommendations.
• Determine which test do not meet standards and document for physician interpretation.
• Participation in training students
• Participate in maintenance of standards through auditing, and reporting

• B.Sc. in Human Physiology, Biology, Kinesiology, or student registry eligible for the Canadian Association of Cardio Pulmonary Technologist (CACPT)
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of applicable laboratory policies, procedures, ATS guidelines, protocols and practices
• Previous experience working with patients in a hospital or clinic environment preferred
• Current BCLS certification

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.