Medical Laboratory Scientist Expert -Toxicology

Performs and reports various analyses from multiple specimen sources. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range on their assigned clinical area. Serves as the technical expert and makes decisions in the absence of the Analytical Specialist.

• Performs technical duties and serves as a technical expert at the instrument or platform level.
• Troubleshoots and resolves technical problems with instruments.
• Makes operational decisions in the absence of the Analytical Specialist or Team Leader.
• Assists in the evaluation and validation of new products, assays and instrumentation.
• Serves as a key operator for all instrumentation within the technical area of responsibility.
• Assists in implementation of new testing and new methods, including procedure writing.
• Assists with annual procedure manual review and revision.
• Interprets specialized testing as appropriate.
• In conjunction with the Analytical Specialist, ensures that competency, proficiency testing, quality control and maintenance are completed and reviewed.
• Assists Analytical Specialist with inventory management.
• Participates in the training of employees.
• Member of the Best Practice Committee for their area of responsibility when appropriate.
• Meets all the qualifications and performance requirements of the Medical Technologist position.
• Participates in educational activities to maintain current knowledge in the field.
• Successful completion of initial and subsequent competency exams required.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.