Medical Technologist 2 (Toxicology)

University of Miami; Miami, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Miami is seeking a Medical Technologist 2 (Toxicology) to perform advanced analytical testing on clinical specimens using LC-MS/MS, GC-MS and related techniques. You will participate in QA, instrument maintenance and data interpretation. On-site in Miami, FL, with potential evening or weekend scheduling.

The role requires a bachelor7s degree, Florida MT license, and at least 2 years of relevant experience, plus strong attention to detail and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field.
• Current Florida Medical Technologist License.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Verifies specimen identifications with physicians7 orders and prepares samples for testing.
• Analyzes results of testing and interprets abnormal findings.
• Calibrates equipment and maintains inventory of supplies and forms.
• Trains staff on laboratory techniques and QA processes.
• Performs quality-control tests and supports instrument verifications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Working under pressure

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

LC-MS/MS

GC-MS

GC-MS/MS

SPE

LLE

ChemStation

MassHunter

Sunquest

UChart

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Medical Technologist 2 (Toxicology)Apply: On-Site: Miami, FL: Full time: Posted Today: R100101741**Current Employees:**If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet.**CORE JOB SUMMARY** The Medical Technologist 2 (H) performs microbiological, molecular biological and immunological tests on body specimens to provide data for use in treatment and diagnosis of disease. Moreover, the incumbent facilitates quality assurance and instrument maintenance. **CORE JOB FUNCTIONS*** Verifies identification of specimen with physicians’ orders, prepares specimens for testing, and handles all specimens in a safe and careful manner.* Analyzes results of testing and interprets abnormal or unusual results.* Researches and prepares all pertinent patient data and refers all data and testing results to pathologists for evaluation and sign-out.* Calibrates equipment, orders supplies, and maintains inventory of relevant forms and materials.* Recognizes test inconsistencies and takes appropriate corrective action while supporting laboratory co-workers in resolution of similar problems.* Administers quality-control tests, according to procedure, and maintains appropriate data recording.* Assists with orienting and training employees on laboratory techniques and operations.* Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.* undefined***This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.*****CORE QUALIFICATIONS** **Education:**Bachelor’s degree in relevant field **Certification and Licensing:**Current Florida Medical Technologist License **Experience:**Minimum 2 years of relevant experience **Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:**Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail. Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines. Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion. Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary. Commitment to the University’s core values. Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.# **DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM** **Department Specific Functions** * Analyzes samples from clinical patient samples.* Performs tests on routine and complex samples using LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and GC-MS/MS instrumentation and SPE and LLE sample preparation techniques.* Reviews patient sample results and all QC results.* Analyzes patient samples to detect and quantify drugs, narcotics, poisons, or other controlled substances using instrumental chemical techniques, including (but not limited to) gas and liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry.* Utilizes software platforms such as ChemStation and MassHunter to operate instruments and Sunquest, UChart, and Microsoft Office.* Performs troubleshooting and diagnoses instrument issues.* Participates in SOP revisions and instrument verifications.* Assists with laboratory quality assurance and quality control functions, including QC tracking, routine laboratory duties, and preparing control samples.* Trains Clinical Toxicology 1 position in instrumentation and new assays.* Assists with the validation of new methods under the supervision of the laboratory supervisor.* Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. **Department Specific Qualifications****Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:*** Knowledge of mass spectrometry principles* Knowledge of chromatography* Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.* Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.* Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.* Ability to work on validation projects.Commitment to the University’s core values.* Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.