Medical Laboratory Scientist I- PRN- Reference Lab

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

This position sends out specimens to referral laboratories according to hospital and laboratory policies and in accordance with state and federal regulations. This position will also verify appropriate orders have been submitted and enter results from referral laboratories into the laboratory information system. This position will assist with inventory, quality control, and other laboratory duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences OR an approved ASCP discipline (30 semester hours in biology and chemistry, which may be obtained within, or in addition to, the Bachelor's).
• ASCP certification must be obtained within one year of employment.

Responsibilities:

• Performs testing of patient samples, interprets, reviews, and prepares patient test results for review by the Supervisor and/or Medical Director.
• Maintains all aspects of quality control and quality assurance, assesses for acceptability, and takes corrective action as required.
• Performs function checks on analyzers, lab equipment and automation equipment.
• Completes machine maintenance, calibrations, and troubleshoots problems as required. Works with service representatives as needed to facilitate instrument repairs.
• Interacts with staff from various departments to coordinate the proper acquisition, testing, and reporting of patient test results.
• Conducts inventory counts on assigned areas, restocks supplies as needed, reports supplies to be ordered, and stores received supplies per storage requirements and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information: $33.76 per hour

Required Documents to Apply: List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran Status

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.

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: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity: Reaching

Occasional Physical Activity: Crouching, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing

Benefits Eligible: No

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