Toxicology Analyst LC-MS/MS - Technical Supervisor - Tampa, Florida

Contact information: 
jdecolumna@phystox.com
Job_Information: 

Laboratory Name: Physicians Toxicology Laboratory

Currently accepting applications for the position of Technical Supervisor Toxicology Analyst LC-MS/MS, in a busy reference laboratory, performing qualitative (EIA methodology) and quantitative confirmation testing drugs of abuse for pain management in Tampa, Florida.

 

Education Requirements -

 

Must possess a bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science or from an accredited laboratory science program AND be licensed in the State of Florida.

 

Additional Requirements -

 

MUST possess a minimum of 2 years of proven experience as a supervisor in a high complexity laboratory MUST be proficient in the operation and troubleshooting of an LC-MS/MS instrument, possess advanced knowledge in and skills in quantitative methodologies as well as drug metabolism.

 

The applicant must be detailed oriented, be able to multitask, possess excellent problem solving skills, and be exceptionally organized. Possess good laboratory practices, and understand the importance of the safe handling of volatiles within a laboratory setting.

 

Duties include:

•     Selects test methodologies appropriate for the clinical use of the

test

menu

•     Verifies test procedures performed and establishes the laboratory’s

performance criteria, including accuracy and precision of each test and test system

•     Enrolls the laboratory in an approved PT program commensurate with

services offered

•     Establishes a quality control program appropriate for the testing

performed

•     Establishes the acceptable levels of analytic performance, and

ensures

these levels are maintained throughout the testing process

•     Resolves technical problems and ensures remedial actions are taken

whenever test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications

•     Ensures patient test results are not reported until all corrective

action

has been taken and the test system is functioning properly

•     Identifies training needs and ensures testing personnel receive

regular

in-service training

•     Evaluates the competency of all testing personnel on an ongoing basis

•     Evaluates and documents performance of individuals responsible for

testing at six months and twelve months in the first year of employment and yearly thereafter, unless test methodology or instrumentation changes, in which case, prior to reporting patient test results, the individual’s performance must be reevaluated for the new test methodology or instrumentation In addition, the applicant will have proven experience in the operation of, troubleshooting, and maintaining an LC/MS-MS instrument with minimal or no supervision. Applicant will prepare samples for injection, analyzing data, and reporting accurate patient results. Applicant will have an immense knowledge of verifying calibration and quality control data, analyze patient data, identify any sample that requires re-injection or re-extraction, troubleshoot any issues as they arise throughout the workday.

 

Compensation is exceptional with experience

 

Please submit a current CV with credentials to jdecolumna@phystox.com for consideration