Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday variable days and times

This role is responsible for the clinical and forensic oversight of toxicology operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, overseeing quality, driving innovation in testing methodologies and providing laboratory directorship.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. (these duties are the core tasks and responsibilities of the position)

• Serve as Laboratory Director for toxicology in accordance with CLIA, CAP, CAP-FDT, .
• Oversee quality control and quality assurance programs, including weekly review and sign- off of screening and LC/MS/MS data (e.g. Levy-Jennings QC, TAT report metrics, validation data, PT investigations, CAP and CAP-FDT audits, policies, competencies, appointments for Certifying Scientist...etc.)
• Collaborate with Analysts, Technical Specialists Supervisor of Clinical/Forensic Operations and Lab Manager on method development, assay validation, Quality Control and Quality Assurance
• Provide expert consultation on Forensic and complex toxicology cases, including autopsies, DUI, DUID, employee safety reviews and forensic interpretations when needed. Additionally, as an expert Toxicologist, representation in court is required when necessary.
• Participate in strategic planning initiatives, including integration efforts with academic and clinical partners

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

• MD, DO, or PhD with board certification in Clinical and Forensic Toxicology (e.g., DABFT, DABCC-TC).
• Demonstrated expertise in LC-MS/MS, GC-FID, sample preparation, automation, and GFAA other advanced toxicology platforms.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory standards (CLIA, CAP, CAP-FDT, SAMSHA, DOT, NYS, ABFT, ISO17025).
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Prefer a minimum of 5 years leadership experience in clinical and forensic toxicology.

HNL Lab Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

Address:

794 Roble Rd

Primary Location:

HNL- Roble

Position Type:

Onsite

Department:

1046-00008 Toxicology