Clinical Biochemist

Title: Clinical Biochemist

Department: Chemistry

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Hours of Work: Full-Time Position

Salary: 162,326.97 - $194,141.61

Union: Non-Union

Location: Kingston General Hospital Site

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Clinical Biochemistry is the division of laboratory medicine that deals with the measurement of chemicals (both natural and unnatural) in blood, urine and other body fluids. These test results are useful for detecting and diagnosing health problems, determining prognosis and guiding the therapy for patients.

Clinical Biochemists ensure that laboratory tests including Point‑of‑care testing (POCT) are established and used appropriately for high quality patient medical care, and ensure that accurate and precise test results are consistently provided. They lead the development and implementation of laboratory quality management sy...