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Closing Date:
10/12/2026
Type of Position:
Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support
Job Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Shift Vary (United States of America)
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
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
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Department:
ICE | LPSL CPATH Chemistry
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
Detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Scientist I specializing in Clinical Chemistry with experience performing routine and complex laboratory testing to support accurate diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of patient.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in chemistry, biology, medical technology, medical laboratory science or similar major. Must include sufficient subject credits to allow for eligibility to take the ASCP or equivalent board exam for certification.
- ASCP as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT), or discipline specific certification (C, H) must be obtained within 12 months of hire or within 12 months of becoming eligible.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous clinical laboratory experience
- Current ASCP certification as MLS, MT, or C, H specific
Additional Information:
Job Requirements:
- Conduct analysis of blood, urine, spinal fluid, body fluids and other biological samples to determine presence of normal and abnormal components in assigned section(s).
- Perform quality controls or quality check materials and perform corrective action as required. Enter test results and other data related to analysis and communication of results into relevant computer information systems or other document archival systems.
- Provide technical information about specimen collection, sample transport, sample identification, required documents, test methods and other related technical information to RN’s, physicians or laboratory clients.
- Use laboratory computer systems to order tests, generate results, generate reports, document results and communications, interpret results, and other lab duties related to inventory, testing method verifications and quality control.
- Perform daily set-up and maintenance on lab analyzers and automation line used to process samples.
- Operate equipment used in analysis such as spectrophotometers, analyzers, microscopes, slide stainers, diluters, and computer controlled high volume analyzers, mixers, rotators, pipettes.
- Perform basic troubleshooting on equipment used to perform testing.
- Document function checks of temperature dependent equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, incubators, water baths, heat blocks.
- Daily quality control review for assigned instruments.
- Ensure adequate supplies required for daily operations are available by restocking inventory, preparing reagents, rotating stock as required.
- Communicate with clinics, physicians and external staff regarding sample integrity issues and/or critical values.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Stand: Frequently
Sit: Frequently
Walk: Occasionally
Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Frequently
Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs
Push and pull weight: 25 lbs
Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently
Talk: Continuously
Hear: Continuously
Taste or smell: Occasionally
Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously
Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment
Salary Information:
$33.76 per hour
Required Documents to Apply:
Resume
License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
Frequent Physical Activity:
Feeling, Grasping, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Stooping
Benefits Eligible:
No
