Job Details

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist - Toxicology

Department: University Hospital | Toxicology Lab

SCOPE OF POSITION

The Toxicology lab performs routine and highly complex testing in therapeutic drugs, industrial/pre-employment drug testing, forensic drug testing and clinical drug testing utilizing instruments such as HPLC, GCMS, LCMS/MS and chemistry/immunoassay instrumentation. The department is staffed Monday-Sunday 7am-11:30pm.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Medical Technologist in the Toxicology Laboratory will perform routine and specialized testing of both moderate and high complex toxicology and chemistry tests. Demonstrate technical expertise necessary to the area. Perform specimen processing functions and clerical duties. Maintain and troubleshoot all laboratory equipment. Act as a customer service representative for the laboratory both on the telephone and in interpersonal exchanges. Assume primary responsibility for the functions of a particular testing area or areas in the laboratory as assigned. The Medical Technologist will be proficient with the laboratory information system and processing samples, answering phones and filing. Act as a customer service representative for the laboratory both on the telephone and in interpersonal exchanges. Works under the direction of Lead Technologist, division directors and the laboratory manager.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology/Med Lab Science or biological science degree, with MT/MLS certification. If not certified, applicant must obtain MLS certification within 1 year of hire, with first board of certification test attempt within the first six months of hire.

Additional Information

Location: University Hospital - Rhodes Hall (0354)
Position Type: Regular
Scheduled Hours: 40
Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.