Medical Laboratory Scientist I- Cytogenetics

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

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 institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. 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. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] . The Medical Laboratory Scientist I in the Cytogenetics Laboratory will be responsible for performing a broad range of testing in Cytogenetics Wet Lab and Analysis. This will include, but not limited to, processing and evaluating specimens and requisitions, cell culture and harvesting, chromosome analysis, imaging and karyotyping, and reporting. In addition, the technologist will perform daily, weekly and monthly QC and preventative maintenance in their assigned areas for further review by the supervisor or Medical Director. This requires one to maintain safe work practices, follow all regulatory requirements and procedures and engage supervisor, manager, director and other department staff as appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or 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 or another accrediting agency certified or eligible (Certification must be obtained within one year of employment).

Nice To Haves

• BSMT or BSMLS degree in Cytogenetics
• Previous clinical laboratory experience.
• Previous Cytogenetics experience
• ASCP Certification in Cytogenetics CG(ASCP)
• General knowledge of clinical laboratory quality control practices.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing of patient samples, interprets, reviews, and prepares patient test results for review by the Supervisor and/or Medical Director.
• Interacts with staff from various departments to coordinate the proper acquisition, testing, and reporting of patient test results.
• Maintains all aspects of quality control and quality assurance, assesses for acceptability, and takes corrective action as required.
• Serves as a resource to assist other technologists in the Laboratory.
• Leads training for new employees, students, and residents, and performs employee competencies as assigned.
• Completes validation and verification of new instrumentation and testing.
• Ensures the accuracy of instrument calibration and that preventative maintenance is performed.
• Assists the Medical Director and supervisor with analyzing and implementing new tests.
• Performs additional studies as required for quality assurance initiatives, research support, or verification/validation of new equipment or methods.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level