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Welcome to University Health Network!

This is the first step of what we know will be an engaging and exciting journey for you, filled with multiple opportunities to learn and grow as you navigate your career. UHN is a world-leading organization where you can play to your strengths and expand your horizons. Our commitment to excellence in patient care and ground-breaking research and education has positioned us as a national and international leader. Recently, Toronto General Hospital was ranked as one of the top five hospitals in the world. This prestigious recognition makes UHN the world's top publicly funded hospital and the No. 1 in Canada.

We are excited to see you grow and thrive within our organization. If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to your leader or a People and Culture team member.

We wish you a successful career at UHN and thank you for joining our team of talented and dynamic professionals.

Kevin Smith (he/him)
President and CEO
Mark Spencer (he/him)
Executive Vice President, People & Culture


Onboarding Process

The UHN New Employee Hub provides you with guidance and support as you join TeamUHN. The cards below shows the steps in the onboarding process from when you receive your offer letter until your first day.


2 Weeks Prior to Start

Step 1: New employee submits signed offer letter
Step 2: New employee completes New Hire Form and submits
Step 3: New employee completes all pre-arrival tasks, with links to key resources and tools
Step 4: Once the New Hire Form is submitted, the new employee activates network credentials

1 Week Prior to Start

Step 5: New employee schedules and prepares for New Employee Orientation (NEO) session
Step 6: The hiring manager or designate/buddy reaches out to new employee with contact information and plan for their first day

Day 1

Step 7: New employee attends the NEO session; receives ID badge
Step 8: New employee completes mandated eLearning training; accesses Employee Self Services Hub
Step 9: New employee begins their orientation to the department and role



New Employee Checklist


Please review all links below, ensuring to submit required documents before your first day.

The New Employee Checklist outlines tasks that you must complete to join TeamUHN

  • Download the New Employee Checklist
  • All new employees receive a personalized New Hire Form weblink to upload required documentation outlined in the checklist

In an effort to keep all patients and employees safe, we require all members of TeamUHN to submit an immunization record and health history to our Health Services department. You must complete the form and receive clearance before your start date.

Key UHN Policies and Codes need to be reviewed by every new employee prior to beginning their employment. By signing and returning an Offer Letter, a new employee has agreed to adhere to all items.

Finally, download the UHN New Employee Handbook which will assist you to learn more about UHN, and will provide initial policies and tips for navigating UHN and working at UHN.

On your first day at UHN you will participate in a corporate orientation, meet with your leader and have time to complete your legally mandated training.

In your offer letter you received an invitation to a virtual, live New Employee Orientation Session.

  • A help guide to ensure you are able to join and participate.

By the end of your first day you must complete legally mandated training.

Learn more about your rights as an international hire:

  • International Mobility Program - Get to know your rights while working in Canada
    English | French
  • Temporary Foreign Workers (including LMIA) - Your Rights are Protected
    English | French

Please review the information and links below to support you as a new member of TeamUHN.



UHN New Employee Handbook



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