Medical Technologist-IRP

Scope of Position

The Toxicology lab performs routine and highly complex testing in therapeutic drugs, industrial/pre-employment drug testing and clinical drug testing utilizing instruments such as GCMS, LCMS/MS and chemistry/immunoassay instrumentation. The department is staffed Sunday through Saturday and holidays from 7am-1130pm.

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

For Hire: Bachelors degree in Medical Technology with MT(ASCP) or equivalent certification or biological science with MT certification. New graduate applicants must obtain MT certification within 12 months of hire and must take first test with 6 months of hire.