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Rocky Mountain Laboratories is a clinical laboratory providing comprehensive laboratory services. We are dedicated to delivering accurate and timely diagnostic information and are committed to improving healthcare outcomes through cutting-edge technology and a customer-focused approach.

Rocky Mountain Laboratories is hiring an experienced Clinical Laboratory Technologist — also known as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Technologist (MT) — with hands-on clinical toxicology and LC-MS/MS experience to join our toxicology team in Draper, Utah.

This is a bench-level, production-focused role in a CLIA-certified, high-complexity toxicology laboratory. You'll perform immunoassay screening and LC-MS/MS confirmatory testing on drugs of abuse, pain management, and therapeutic drug monitoring panels. We're looking for someone who takes quality control seriously, can troubleshoot without losing momentum, and is ready to contribute in a specialized environment where your experience is put to real use.

Job Type: Full-time, W2

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Day shift

Pay: $31.00–$38.00 per hour Compensation is commensurate with experience. Candidates with clinical toxicology and LC-MS/MS confirmatory testing experience will be considered at the higher end of the range.

Location: Draper, UT — reliable commute or relocation required before start date

Responsibilities:

• Full-cycle clinical toxicology testing — immunoassay screening and LC-MS/MS confirmatory analysis for drugs of abuse (DOA), pain management, and therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) panels
• Specimen preparation for urine and oral fluid samples per established SOPs (dilute-and-shoot, aliquoting, filtration, and related techniques)
• Batch setup, loading, and processing on triple quadrupole mass spectrometry and chemistry analyzer platforms
• Instrument operation, calibration, and routine/preventive maintenance — including Agilent 6460 triple quadrupole LC-MS/MS and Beckman Coulter AU 480/680 (experience on these platforms is a strong plus)
• Data review — evaluating calibration curves, QC data, and patient results for accuracy and acceptability prior to release
• Identification and resolution of anomalies, interferences, QC failures, and out-of-range results; initiating reruns and corrective actions
• Reagent, calibrator, control, and standard solution preparation per laboratory procedures
• Accurate and complete documentation: instrument logs, maintenance records, QC charts, and batch records
• Inventory monitoring and proactive communication of reorder needs
• Participation in QA activities, proficiency testing, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support for method validation and verification activities as directed
• Collaboration with team members and supervisors on assay, workflow, and instrumentation troubleshooting

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, chemistry, biology, or a closely related field — OR — an Associate degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution (with 6 credits chemistry, 6 credits biology, and 12 additional credits in either)
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience performing high-complexity clinical toxicology testing in a CLIA-certified laboratory (drugs of abuse, pain management panels, or TDM)
• Hands-on LC-MS/MS experience in a clinical or regulated laboratory environment
• Documented clinical lab training or equivalent experience per CLIA §493.1489
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and analytical thinking
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Ability to pass a post-offer drug screen — required for all personnel working in a federally regulated drug testing laboratory per applicable CLIA and federal guidelines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience on Agilent 6460 triple quadrupole LC-MS/MS and/or Beckman Coulter AU 480/680 or equivalent chemistry analyzer platforms
• Proficiency with Agilent MassHunter or comparable mass spectrometry data analysis software
• Experience with sample preparation techniques for LC-MS/MS (dilute-and-shoot, solid-phase extraction, liquid-liquid extraction)
• ASCP MLS(ASCP) or AMT MT certification
• Strong working knowledge of CLIA regulations, CAP standards, and QC practices
• Experience with laboratory information systems (LIS) and electronic result reporting
• Familiarity with batch processing and high-throughput sample workflows in a clinical toxicology setting

Benefits for full-time W2 Team Members: Benefits begin 60 days after the first full month of full-time employment.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (21 days annually for full-time team members)
• 7 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with 50% Company Match up to 6%
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability (RML covers 60% of STD premium)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• 100% Company-Funded Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ideal start date: As soon as possible

Application Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before any stated deadline.

If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in joining our team, please submit your resume for consideration. We look forward to hearing from you!

At Rocky Mountain Laboratories, we prioritize the care and well-being of our team members.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Rocky Mountain Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in its workforce. We comply with all applicable federal and state laws and prohibit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, or genetic information. We also comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Pre-Employment Notice & E-Verify Rocky Mountain Laboratories participates in E-Verify. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and other pre-employment screenings, as required.

Employment with Rocky Mountain Laboratories is at-will. This means either the Team Member or the company may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable laws. Nothing in this posting or in future communications alters that relationship.

While we appreciate interest from staffing agencies, Rocky Mountain Laboratories does not currently partner with external agencies. Resumes submitted unsolicited will not be considered, and no fees will be paid.