Clinical Laboratory Scientist I

Laboratory TechnicianArkansas Children's is a tobacco free workplace. Flu vaccines are required. Arkansas Children's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.Salary: Most new hires start between $23.00-$28.70 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.Performs a variety of laboratory tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.Required Education: Associate Degree or Equivalent ExperienceRecommended Education: Bachelor's DegreeRequired Work Experience: Entry Level - Experience not Required.Required Certifications: Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - ASCP - ASCP, Must obtain within one year - Must obtain within one yearRecommended Certifications:1. Assists with research, development, and/or validation of new policies, procedures and/or instruments.2. Manages stock levels, rotation, and monitors expiration.3. Performs laboratory procedures and calculates, transcribes and records test results.4. Prepares and manages specimens for analysis, refers results to Pathology, correlates results and communicates and documents findings.5. Performs Manual Result Review and proficiency testing.6. Performs maintenance procedures on laboratory instruments and/or equipment.7. Performs other duties as assigned.