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Medical Laboratory Scientist I- Chemistry- PRN

UAMS
Little Rock, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 1/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/16/2025

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Closing Date : 02 / 14 / 2025

Type of Position : Other Health Care - Clinical Support

Job Type : Temporary (Fixed Term)

Work Shift :

Sponsorship Available :

Institution Name : University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only) :

  • Health : Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Retirement : Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

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Department : ICE | LPSL CPATH Chemistry

Department's Website :

Summary of Job Duties : A Medical Laboratory Scientist I typically performs a variety of laboratory tests and procedures to assist in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases. They are responsible for analyzing specimens such as blood, tissue, and bodily fluids using various technical equipment and instruments. Their role involves conducting tests accurately, interpreting results, and ensuring quality control and quality assurance measures are maintained

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in chemistry, biology, medical technology, medical laboratory science or similar major. Must include sufficient subject credits to allow for eligibility to take the ASCP or equivalent board exam for certification.
  • ASCP as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT), or discipline specific certification (C, H) must be obtained within 12 months of hire or within 12 months of becoming eligible.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Previous clinical laboratory experience
  • Current ASCP certification as MLS, MT, or C, H specific
  • Additional Information :

    Requirements :

  • Conduct analysis of blood, urine, spinal fluid, body fluids and other biological samples to determine presence of normal and abnormal components in assigned section(s).
  • Perform quality controls or quality check materials and perform corrective action as required. Enter test results and other data related to analysis and communication of results into relevant computer information systems or other document archival systems.
  • Provide technical information about specimen collection, sample transport, sample identification, required documents, test methods and other related technical information to RN's, physicians or laboratory clients.
  • Use laboratory computer systems to order tests, generate results, generate reports, document results and communications, interpret results, and other lab duties related to inventory, testing method verifications and quality control.
  • Perform daily set-up and maintenance on lab analyzers and automation line used to process samples. Operate equipment used in analysis such as spectrophotometers, analyzers, microscopes, slide stainers, diluters, and computer controlled high volume analyzers, mixers, rotators, pipettes.
  • Perform basic troubleshooting on equipment used to perform testing.
  • Document function checks of temperature dependent equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, incubators, water baths, heat blocks.
  • Daily quality control review for assigned instruments.
  • Ensure adequate supplies required for daily operations are available by restocking inventory, preparing reagents, rotating stock as required.
  • Communicate with clinics, physicians and external staff regarding sample integrity issues and / or critical values.
  • Salary Information :

    Commensurate with education and experience

    Required Documents to Apply :

    Resume

    Optional Documents :

    License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial / Official Transcript(s)

    Special Instructions to Applicants :

    Recruitment Contact Information :

    Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

    All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https : / / uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com / UASYS

    Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

    Pre-employment Screening Requirements : Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

    This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and / or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

    Constant Physical Activity : Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

    Frequent Physical Activity : Feeling, Grasping, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

    Occasional Physical Activity : Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Stooping

    Benefits Eligible : No

    Salary : $50,000

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