Toxicology Technologist

SSM Health; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

SSM Health in Missouri is seeking a qualified laboratory professional to perform forensic and clinical testing in a fast-paced toxinology setting. Under supervision, you will analyze biological materials and contribute to data-driven decisions affecting patient care.

The role focuses on sample accessioning, preparation, LC/MS/MS and GC/MS data review, quality control, and collaboration with clinical teams. Schedule is Monday–Friday with 8-hour or 10-hour shifts; weekend involvement once per

Qualifications

• 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 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 screening and confirmatory/quantitative drug analysis panels.
• Performs and analyzes all clinical and forensic casework.
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues with assays and laboratory equipment.
• Ensures compliance with laboratory regulations.
• Assists in quality control testing and in establishing clinical research projects for the lab; consults on test results with staff.
• Reconciles clinical urine drug screen results with patient history and other toxicology testing results.
• Maintains accurate records, performs statistical analysis, and generates reports.
• Places inventory orders and coordinates delivery of laboratory supplies.
• Provides expert testimony in court.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science, Forensic Science or related field

Job description

It's more than a career, it's a calling.

MO-SSM Health Gantner Building

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Highlights:

Join a team where your work matters—every moment, every patient, every community. At SSM Health, you’ll be empowered to grow, supported to thrive, and inspired to make a lasting impact. In this role, you will provide hands‑on support in a fast‑paced care environment where every shift makes a direct impact on patients and families. Your attention to detail, compassion, and ability to work closely with clinical teams will help create a safer, smoother care experience. If you enjoy interacting with patients and want to grow in a collaborative care setting, this role is perfect for you.

Department: Laboratory

Schedule: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. for an 8-hour shift or 6:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. for a 10-hour shift. Scheduled days are Monday through Friday, with one weekend per month required.

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Job Summary:

Under supervision, perform forensic and clinical testing utilizing complex analysis of biological materials and statistical analyses of data.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

Primary 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.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Science, Forensic Science or related field

Experience

• No experience required

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
• Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
• Frequent keyboard use/data entry.
• Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping.
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Rare climbing.

Required Professional License And/Or Certifications

• None

Department:

4912430235 SLUCARE TOXICOLOGY LAB

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.