Medical Technologist 2 (Toxicology)
Core
Performs microbiological, molecular biological, and immunological tests on body specimens to support disease treatment and diagnosis, with a specific focus on toxicology analysis.
Role type
Medical Technologist 2 (Toxicology)
Builds
Diagnostic data for patient treatment and pathologist evaluation
Domain
Clinical Laboratory / Toxicology
Required skills
Mass spectrometry principles, Chromatography (GC-MS, LC-MS/MS), Instrument calibration, Quality control testing, Specimen handling, SOP revision, Troubleshooting
Preferred skills
Validation of new methods, Training junior staff, Data analysis under pressure
Technologies
ChemStation, MassHunter, Sunquest, UChart, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Analyze patient samples to detect and quantify drugs, narcotics, poisons, or controlled substances; Calibrate equipment and maintain inventory; Administer quality-control tests and maintain data recording; Interpret abnormal test results and refer data to pathologists; Troubleshoot and diagnose instrument issues; Assist with validation of new methods.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
