Medical Laboratory Scientist II- Chemistry

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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 the Apply 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 age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). 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.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree from regionally accredited university in medical technology, medical laboratory science, or approved biological science

• 2 years of clinical laboratory experience

• ASCP or equivalent certification as an MLS, MT, or discipline specific certification (C, H)

• Knowledge/experience with advanced troubleshooting and advanced maintenance on high volume analyzers, training other technologists, checking competencies, performing validations on high-volume and low-volume analyzers, performing CAP and quality control reviews, and doing quality assurance projects

Preferred Qualifications

• More than 2 years clinical laboratory experience including 1 year of experience in instrumentation currently in use in the core lab. Knowledge of testing methods currently in use in core lab.

The core section is a 24/7 laboratory including holidays and weekends. Position may require weekend rotation, call, or overtime.

Additional Information:

Additional Information:

• Conduct analysis of blood, urine, spinal fluid body fluids, and other biological samples to determine presence of normal and abnormal components in assigned sections.
• Perform quality controls or quality check materials and perform corrective action as required. Act as a resource for problem solving issues related to quality control assessment and materials used.
• 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.
• Assist IT staff with troubleshooting IT issues and change verification studies.

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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.