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The UHealth system at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Toxicologist 1 in our Pathology Department.
SUMMARY
Clinical Toxicologist 1 analyzes samples from clinical case samples routinely. The incumbent primarily operates within the toxicology laboratory and tests routine and complex samples using GC-MS and LC-MS/MS and other mass spectrometry instrumentation using SPE and LLE sample preparation techniques. In addition, the clinical toxicologist reviews the patient sample and all QC results.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
Analyzes samples from clinical patient samples.
Performs tests on routine and complex samples using LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, HS-GC-FID, and GC-MS/MS instrumentation and SPE and LLE sample preparation techniques.
Review 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 now 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 routine maintenance on instrumentation and equipment. Assists with laboratory quality assurance and quality control functions, including QC tracking and routine laboratory duties.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
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.
Minimum 0-3 years of relevant experience in a Toxicology/Clinical Chemistry laboratory
Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes:
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.
Commitment to the University's core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
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