Medical Laboratory Scientist I- HLA

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

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

Summary of Job Duties:

This position will work under the supervision and direction of the HLA laboratory supervisor. Medical Laboratory Scientists I in the HLA laboratory perform a variety of technical procedures including HLA typing by rSSO and next generation sequencing methods, Luminex based HLA Antibody identification, and donor/recipient flow cytometric cross-matching.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Chemistry, or Biology.
• ASCP or another accrediting agency certified or eligible (Certification must be obtained within one year of employment).
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences
• ASCP Certified
• Previous HLA experience
• Qualifications Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Job Requirements:

• They are expected to keep all instrumentation in good working order and identify and notify the supervisor or lead tech of instrument malfunctions.
• They should be able to aid in instrument repair.
• They should be able to identify abnormal or discrepant results.
• They will have limited participation in student teaching and assisting of other personnel rotating through the section.
• They will have limited administrative duties.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

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, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes