Lab Negative Certifying Scientist

Quest Diagnostics; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

Well-being programs

401(k) match

Education assistance

Annual incentive plans

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics in Lenexa, KS is seeking a Lab Negative Certifying Scientist to review analytical data and ensure accuracy and defensibility of testing results before release. The role operates Tue–Sat, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM within the Forensic Toxicology Drug Testing Laboratory.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in chemical/biological sciences and six years of forensic analytical toxicology experience. In-house certifying training and compliance with federal and state regulations are required.

Qualifications

• Six years experience in forensic analytical toxicology or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or biological sciences, medical technology, or equivalent (Required)
• In-house Certifying Scientist training program and approval by the Laboratory Director to perform independent functions (Required)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Certifies negative and rejected drug testing results according to the Laboratory’s SOP Manual.
• Ensures that all test results reported by the laboratory are accurate and legally defensible.
• Describes the standard drug testing procedures from collection to negative certification in a court of law.
• Interacts with clients, medical review officers, call center representatives and sales staff in a professional manner to address questions pertaining to the drug testing process.
• Interacts with laboratory inspectors to demonstrate knowledge of lab SOPs, QC practices, analytical procedures, reporting procedures and regulations.
• Maintains proficiency in screening test area and troubleshooting instrumentation.
• Follows work schedule as defined by the Certifying Scientist Supervisor.
• Acts as a technical resource for department personnel and ensures proper chain of custody handling.

Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Biological Sciences

Job description

Lab Negative Certifying Scientist - Lenexa, KS, Tuesday to Saturday, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM

This position, within the Forensic Toxicology Drug Testing Laboratory, reviews analytical data to ensure accuracy, completeness and defensibility of testing results and reporting documents prior to release of a result report.

Pay range

$24.52+ per hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours


• Best-in-class well-being programs


• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness


• healthyMINDS mental health program


• Vacation and Health/Flex Time


• 6 Holidays plus 1 \"MyDay\" off


• FinFit financial coaching and services


• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service


• Employee stock purchase plan


• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Annual incentive plans


• Matching gifts program


• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education


• Career advancement opportunities


• and so much more!

Responsibilities

• Certifies negative and rejected drug testing results according to the Laboratory’s Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Manual.


• Ensures that all test results reported by the laboratory are accurate and legally defensible.


• Describes the standard drug testing procedures from point of collection to negative certification in a court of law.


• Interacts on a limited basis with clients, medical review officers, call center representatives and sales staff in a professional manner in order to address questions pertaining to the drug testing process.


• Interacts with laboratory inspectors to demonstrate a detailed working knowledge of the lab SOPS, Quality Control practices, analytical procedures, test theory, reporting procedures, corrective actions and applicable regulations pertaining to drug screening.


• Provides appropriate feedback to the Supervisor and Responsible Person in order to assist in maintaining an accurate SOP.


• Takes proper remedial action in response to test systems being out of control limits or detecting aberrant test or quality control results.


• Functions as a technical resource for department personnel in accessioning and screening areas.


• Follows work schedule as defined by the Certifying Scientist Supervisor.


• Actively participates in department meetings by providing constructive feedback.


• Maintains proficiency in screening test area.


• Maintains a working knowledge of all instrumentation associated with the initial test procedures in order to assist in troubleshooting measures.


• Maintains a working knowledge of the accessioning procedures and protocols to ensure proper specimen and chain of custody handling.


• Maintains a working knowledge of the theory and practice of initial test methods used in the laboratory.


• Maintains a thorough understanding of all federal, state and other regulatory requirements as they pertain to applicable aspects of forensic drug testing.


• Complies with all health and safety policies, procedures, and practices. Required to use personal protective equipment.


• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Qualifications

Six years experience in forensic analytical toxicology or equivalent.

Physical And Mental Requirements

• Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the methods and procedures used by the laboratory that are relevant to the results that the individual certifies.


• Training and experience in reviewing and reporting test results, maintenance of chain of custody, and understanding proper remedial action in response to the problems that may arise.


• Has a thorough understanding of all laboratory:


• quality control practices and procedures


• data review processes


• procedures for interpretation of test results


• protocols for reporting results

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree Chemical or biological sciences, medical technology, or equivalent (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

• In-house Certifying Scientist training program and approval by the Laboratory Director to perform independent functions (Required)

About The Team

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While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

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