Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Flow Cytometry

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist I works under the supervision and direction of the Flow Cytometry supervisor. The role processes, stains, and analyzes routine specimens; maintains instrumentation in good working order; identifies and reports instrument malfunctions; and may assist with instrument repairs. The scientist identifies abnormal or discrepant results, participates to a limited extent in student teaching and assisting personnel rotating through the section, and performs limited administrative duties.

The posting also lists job requirements involving blood typing, antibody screening and identification, compatibility testing, pre-transfusion testing and crossmatching, blood product preparation and documentation, transfusion reaction investigation, laboratory recordkeeping, equipment operation and maintenance, quality and safety procedures, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with clinical and laboratory staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Chemistry, or Biology.
• Eligible for ASCP Certification or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Previous clinical laboratory experience, especially in flow cytometry.

Responsibilities

• Process, stain, and analyze routine specimens.
• Keep laboratory instrumentation in good working order and identify and notify the supervisor of instrument malfunctions.
• Aid in instrument repair.
• Identify abnormal or discrepancy results.
• Participate to a limited extent in student teaching and assist personnel rotating through the section.
• Perform limited administrative duties.
• Perform ABO/Rh blood typing and antibody screening.
• Conduct antibody identification and compatibility testing.
• Perform pre-transfusion testing and crossmatching.
• Prepare, issue, and document blood products for transfusion.
• Investigate transfusion reactions and report findings.
• Maintain accurate patient and laboratory records.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Follow quality control, quality assurance, and safety procedures.
• Maintain compliance with CAP, AABB, CLIA, and institutional standards.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, and other laboratory personnel to support patient care.

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