Medical Laboratory Scientist II- Hematology Night Shift

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences•Little Rock, AR

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 preference, 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 II has the educational background to perform standard laboratory procedures requiring a broad use of independent judgment and responsibility with minimum technical supervision. The technologist maintains equipment and records and performs QC and QA related to test performances. The technologist performs a broad range of laboratory procedures in hematology. The technologist understands the roles and relationships among health care practitioners. The Medical Laboratory Scientist II performs at a level of quality and productivity commensurate for a technologist with this level of experience and may be assigned special projects and/or administrative related duties. The MLSII, having the additional designation of Lead Technologist, is assigned specific administrative related duties and is likely assigned additional special tasks and/or projects.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in biology, chemistry, medical technology, or medical laboratory science
2 years of experience working in a clinical laboratory
ASCP or equivalent certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT), or discipline specific certification (C, H).

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in automation systems.
Minimum of 1 year experience in instrumentation currently in use in the Hematology
Knowledge of testing methods currently in use in the Hematology Section

Responsibilities

Set-up, maintain and operate lab automation systems used to process samples.
Operate, calibrate and maintain equipment used in analysis such as spectrophotometers, analyzers, microscopes, slide stainers, diluters, and computer controlled high volume analyzers, mixers, rotators, pipettes.
Perform minor troubleshooting on equipment used to perform testing or store supplies.
Maintain equipment used for personal protection and safety such as eyewashes, safety showers, biohazard containers, hoods, chemical cabinets and personal protective equipment.
Maintain temperature dependent equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, incubators, water baths, heat blocks.
Daily quality control review and assists the supervisor with monthly QC review investigations.
Organize and clean workspaces.
Ensure adequate supplies required for daily operations are available by restocking inventory, preparing reagents, rotating stock as required.
Evaluate use of supplies to identify possible areas of cost savings.
Perform advanced troubleshooting or maintenance procedures as needed.
Train others in troubleshooting.
Act as a resource for bench staff.
Assist in training and supervision of students as coordinated by the education coordinator.
Act as preceptor for new hires in the onboarding and training process.
Assess competency in areas of experience.
Set up, monitor and help troubleshoot IT issues related to testing platforms and middleware used in the Core Lab.
Other duties or projects as assigned.