Medical Laboratory Scientist II - Blood Bank

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

A Medical Laboratory Scientist II – Blood Bank performs, analyzes, and interprets complex laboratory testing related to blood compatibility, transfusion services, and blood product safety. The position ensures blood bank testing is accurate and reliable to support safe, timely patient transfusions. The role is in the ICE | LPSL CPATH Transfusion Service at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Technology, or an approved ASCP discipline.
• Two years of clinical laboratory experience.
• Valid ASCP certification or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Blood Bank 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 clinical floors, including according to the Massive Transfusion Protocol during 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Undergraduate education discount for staff and dependents.
• 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: Mid Level