Medical Laboratory Scientist II- Transfusion Services
Little Rock, AR 
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Closing Date:

05/19/2024Type of Position:Clinical Staff - Medical ServicesJob Type:Regular
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NoInstitution 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 theApply 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.

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Department:ICE | LPSL CPATH Transfusion Service


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Summary of Job Duties:The Medical Laboratory Scientist II will provide direct patient care by supplying the patient with appropriate blood components. This position will perform ABO/Rh, IAT, DAT, antibody identification, cross-matching units of blood and running the automated ABO/RH, IAT equipment. The candidate will wash red blood cells and platelets and perform platelet cross-matching and platelet antibody identification. The Medical Laboratory Scientist II will perform daily reagent QC and equipment preventive maintenance and issue blood and blood components to the floors. This position should understand the importance of massive trauma and to issue blood and blood components as set forth in the Massive Transfusion Protocol.Qualifications:
  • Bachelor 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) with two (2) years of expiernece required.

  • ASCP or another accrediting agency certified or eligible (certification must be obtained within one year of employment).


Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct patient care by supplying the patient with appropriate blood components.

  • Perform ABO/Rh, IAT, DAT, antibody identification, cross matching units of blood and running the Automated ABO/RH, IAT equipment.

  • Wash red blood cells and platelets.

  • Perform platelet cross matching and platelet antibody identification.

  • Perform daily reagent QC and equipment preventive maintenance.

  • Issue blood and blood components to the floors.

  • Understand the importance of massive trauma and to issue blood and blood components as set forth in the Massive Transfusion Protocol.

  • Communicate effectively with the blood bank customers including physicians, nurses, and other UAMS staff members.

  • Receive samples and to ensure all samples are appropriately labeled and collected properly for the Blood Bank.

  • Assist in training of new staff and students.

  • Maintain competency and train on all revised and new policy/procedures in a timely manner.

  • Report any deviation from standard operating procedures to the supervisor in a timely manner.

  • Perform daily reagent QC and equipment preventive maintenance with 100% accuracy.

  • Assist with performance of quarterly, semi-annual, and annual quality control.

  • May perform other duties as assigned.


Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:

Resume


Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran StatusSpecial Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

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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:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, 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, Sitting, StandingFrequent Physical Activity:Hearing, TalkingOccasional Physical Activity:Lifting, Pulling, PushingBenefits Eligible:Yes
UAMS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (501) 686-6432 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
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