Toxicology Technologist

SSM Health • MO-SSM Health Gantner Building, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, perform forensic and clinical testing utilizing complex analysis of biological materials and statistical analyses of data. Accessions received samples into system and assigns appropriate testing while identifying unique characteristics. Prepares postmortem and antemortem blood, urine, tissue, and vitreous samples for the presence of alcohol and/or drugs using multiple techniques including but not limited to liquid-liquid extraction for compound analysis. Makes and verifies reagent solutions for calibration and quality control. Processes and reviews analytical LC/MS/MS and GC/MS data on screen and confirmatory/quantitative drug analysis panels. Performs and analyzes all clinical and forensic casework. Troubleshoots and resolves any issues with assays and laboratory equipment. Ensures compliance with laboratory regulations. Assists in the performance of quality control testing and in the establishment of clinical research projects for the lab; consults on test results with other staff members. Reconciles clinical urine drug screen results with patient history and other toxicology testing results. Maintains accurate records, performs statistical analysis of research data and generates reports. Places inventory orders and coordinates the delivery of laboratory supplies. Provides expert testimony in court. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Science, Forensic Science or related field
• No experience required

Responsibilities

• Accessions received samples into system and assigns appropriate testing while identifying unique characteristics.
• Prepares postmortem and antemortem blood, urine, tissue, and vitreous samples for the presence of alcohol and/or drugs using multiple techniques including but not limited to liquid-liquid extraction for compound analysis.
• Makes and verifies reagent solutions for calibration and quality control.
• Processes and reviews analytical LC/MS/MS and GC/MS data on screen and confirmatory/quantitative drug analysis panels.
• Performs and analyzes all clinical and forensic casework.
• Troubleshoots and resolves any issues with assays and laboratory equipment.
• Ensures compliance with laboratory regulations.
• Assists in the performance of quality control testing and in the establishment of clinical research projects for the lab; consults on test results with other staff members.
• Reconciles clinical urine drug screen results with patient history and other toxicology testing results.
• Maintains accurate records, performs statistical analysis of research data and generates reports.
• Places inventory orders and coordinates the delivery of laboratory supplies.
• Provides expert testimony in court.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level