Medical Laboratory Scientist I- Blood Bank

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

A Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) I in the Blood Bank performs routine and complex laboratory testing in the transfusion services department to support the safe and accurate selection of blood and blood products for patients. The role also supports quality control, equipment maintenance, communication with clinical customers, and training of staff and students.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, or another ASCP-approved discipline.
• Eligible for ASCP Certification or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Sciences.
• ASCP Certification.
• Previous blood bank laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate blood components to patients.
• Perform ABO/Rh, IAT, DAT, antibody identification, and blood-unit crossmatching; operate automated ABO/Rh and IAT equipment.
• Wash red blood cells and platelets.
• Perform platelet crossmatching and platelet antibody identification.
• Perform daily reagent quality control and equipment preventive maintenance with 100% accuracy.
• Issue blood and blood components to hospital floors.
• Follow the Massive Transfusion Protocol when issuing blood and blood components for massive trauma.
• Communicate effectively with blood bank customers, including physicians, nurses, and other UAMS staff.
• Receive samples and ensure they are appropriately labeled and properly collected for the Blood Bank.
• Assist in training new staff and students.
• Maintain competency and complete training on revised and new policies and procedures in a timely manner.
• Report deviations from standard operating procedures to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Assist with quarterly, semi-annual, and annual quality control.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contribution matched by UAMS up to 10%.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training and educational opportunities.
• Merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

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