What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Scientist I- Transfusion Services position at University of Arkansas?
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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
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click theApply link/button.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.
Department:ICE | LPSL CPATH Transfusion Service
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Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences or Bachelor of Science in Biology, Chemistry, or related discipline
- Eligible for ASCP Certification or equivalent (Certification must be obtained within one year of becoming eligible).
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Responsibilities:
- Provide direct patient care by supplying the patient with appropriate blood components
- Perform ABO/Rh, IAT, DAT, antibody identification, crossmatching units of blood and running automated ABO/RH, IAT equipment
- Wash red blood cells and platelets
- Perform platelet crossmatching and platelet antibody identification
- Perform daily reagent QC and equipment preventive maintenance
- Issue blood and blood components to the floors
- Understand the importance of massive trauma and to issue blood and blood components as set forth in the Massive Transfusion Protocol
- Communicate effectively with the blood bank customers including physicians, nurses, and other UAMS staff members
- Receive samples and to ensure all samples are appropriately labeled and collected properly for the Blood Bank
- Assist in training of new staff and students
- Maintain competency and train on all revised and new policy/procedures in a timely manner
- Report any deviation from standard operating procedures to the supervisor in a timely manner
- Perform daily reagent QC and equipment preventive maintenance with 100% accuracy. Assist with performance of quarterly, semi-annual, and annual quality control
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Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://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.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Salary : $50,000
