Lab Negative Certifying Scientist

Lab Negative Certifying Scientist - Lenexa KS

Tuesday - Saturday 2:00pm - 10:30pm

$5,000 Sign on Bonus!

10% Evening Shift Differential

10% Weekend Shift Differential

This position, within the Forensic Toxicology Drug Testing Laboratory, reviews analytical data to ensure accuracy, completeness and defensibility of testing results and reporting documents prior to release of a result report.    

• Certifies negative and rejected drug testing results according to the Laboratory’s Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Manual.  
• Ensures that all test results reported by the laboratory are accurate and legally defensible. 
• Describes the standard drug testing procedures from point of collection to negative certification in a court of law. 
• Interacts on a limited basis with clients, medical review officers, call center representatives and sales staff in a professional manner in order to address questions pertaining to the drug testing process. 
• Interacts with laboratory inspectors to demonstrate a detailed working knowledge of the lab SOPS, Quality Control practices, analytical procedures, test theory, reporting procedures, corrective actions and applicable regulations pertaining to drug screening.  
• Provides appropriate feedback to the Supervisor and Responsible Person in order to assist in maintaining an accurate SOP. 
• Takes proper remedial action in response to test systems being out of control limits or detecting aberrant test or quality control results. 
• Functions as a technical resource for department personnel in accessioning and screening areas. 
• Follows work schedule as defined by the Certifying Scientist Supervisor. 
• Actively participates in department meetings by providing constructive feedback. 
• Maintains proficiency in screening test area. 
• Maintains a working knowledge of all instrumentation associated with the initial test procedures in order to assist in troubleshooting measures. 
• Maintains a working knowledge of the accessioning procedures and protocols to ensure proper specimen and chain of custody handling. 
• Maintains a working knowledge of the theory and practice of initial test methods used in the laboratory. 
• Maintains a thorough understanding of all federal, state and other regulatory requirements as they pertain to applicable aspects of forensic drug testing. 
• Complies with all health and safety policies, procedures, and practices. Required to use personal protective equipment. 
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Work Experience:

Six years experience in forensic analytical toxicology or equivalent. 

Preferred Work Experience:  

N/A

Physical and Mental Requirements:  

• Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods. 

Knowledge:  

• Knowledge of the methods and procedures used by the laboratory that are relevant to the results that the individual certifies. 
• Training and experience in reviewing and reporting test results, maintenance of chain of custody, and understanding proper remedial action in response to the problems that may arise. 
• Has a thorough understanding of all laboratory: 
• quality control practices and procedures 
• data review processes  
• procedures for interpretation of test results 
• protocols for reporting results 

Skills:  

Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively. 

EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree(Required)

LICENSECERTIFICATIONS
In-house Certifying Scientist training program and approval by the Laboratory Director to perform independent functions(Required)