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Company: UAMS
Location: Little Rock, AR
Career Level: Entry Level
Industries: Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Biotech

Description

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  Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support
Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)
Work Shift: Evening Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences


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, affirmative action 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.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
 

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.


Department: ICE | LPSL CPATH Reference Lab


Department's Website:


Summary of Job Duties: The Medical Laboratory Scientist I PRN position orders and processes specimens and verifies appropriate test orders for requisitions to be issued to outside laboratories. This position works with referral labs to resolve any questions or problems with specimens or order discrepancies. This position obtains and verifies results from referral labs and enters results into patient medical records. The Medical Laboratory Scientist I PRN works closely with internal clinics or hospital staff to resolve issues with active testing orders or patient blood draws.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences or an approved American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) discipline (including 30 semester hours in biology and chemistry) required.

  • ASCP certified or eligible for certification (Certification must be obtained within one year of employment).


Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

  • 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 the position.

  • Maintains working knowledge and understanding of hospital policies as well as state, federal and other regulatory requirements.

  • May perform other duties as assigned.


Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:

Resume


Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)
Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check


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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