Medical Laboratory Scientist I- PRN- Reference Lab

Closing Date:

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 the Apply link/button.

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.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Chemistry, or Biology
• ASCP or another accrediting agency certified or eligible (Certification must be obtained within one year of employment).

Additional Information:

Job Responsibilities:

• Orders and processes specimens and verifies appropriate test orders for requisitions to be issued to outside laboratories.
• Works with referral labs to resolve any questions or problems with specimens or order discrepancies.
• Obtains and verifies results from referral labs and enters results into patient medical records.
• Works closely with internal clinics or hospital staff to resolve issues with active testing orders or patient blood draws.
• Works with clients to clarify orders, obtains requisitions, and coordinates specimens with special collection or shipping instructions.
• Manages release of specimens to reference labs and ensures adequate inventory of shipping supplies and order supplies.
• Maintains temperature dependent equipment such as refrigerators.
• Monitors facilities and equipment and arranges for necessary repairs or maintenance as needed.
• Manages workflow during EPIC downtime and recovery periods.
• Ensures adequate inventory and reports shortages and problems to supervisor or manager as they occur.
• Performs general administrative tasks including stocking supplies, sanitizing work areas, and data entry.
• Maintains continuing education requirements including annual education and/or training as required for position.
• Maintains working knowledge and understanding of hospital policies as well as state, federal and other regulatory requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Stand: Frequently

Sit: Occasionally

Walk: Frequently

Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Frequently

Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs

Push and pull weight :25 lbs

Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently

Talk: Continuously

Hear: Continuously

Taste or smell: Occasionally

Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously

Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment

Noise Level : Moderate

Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity

Hazards: Biological, Chemical, Dust, Electrical, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

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.

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.