Medical Laboratory Scientist I- PRN- Reference Lab
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Summary
This position sends out specimens to referral laboratories according to hospital and laboratory policies and in accordance with state and federal regulations. This position will also verify appropriate orders have been submitted and enter results from referral laboratories into the laboratory information system. This position will assist with inventory, quality control, and other laboratory duties as assigned.
Job description
Summary of Job Duties
This position sends out specimens to referral laboratories according to hospital and laboratory policies and in accordance with state and federal regulations. This position will also verify appropriate orders have been submitted and enter results from referral laboratories into the laboratory information system. This position will assist with inventory, quality control, and other laboratory duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Performs testing of patient samples, interprets, reviews, and prepares patient test results for review by the Supervisor and/or Medical Director.
- Maintains all aspects of quality control and quality assurance, assesses for acceptability, and takes corrective action as required.
- Performs function checks on analyzers, lab equipment and automation equipment.
- Completes machine maintenance, calibrations, and troubleshoots problems as required.
- Works with service representatives as needed to facilitate instrument repairs.
- Interacts with staff from various departments to coordinate the proper acquisition, testing, and reporting of patient test results.
- Conducts inventory counts on assigned areas, restocks supplies as needed, reports supplies to be ordered, and stores received supplies per storage requirements and regulations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences OR an approved ASCP discipline (30 semester hours in biology and chemistry, which may be obtained within, or in addition to, the Bachelor's).
- ASCP certification must be obtained within one year of employment.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental plan
- Vision plan
- Holiday leave
- Vacation leave
- Sick leave
- Education discount
- Retirement plan
- Basic life insurance
- Career training
- Merchant discounts
Company overview
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is Arkansas' only comprehensive academic health sciences university and the state's largest public employer. Founded in 1879 by eight physicians, UAMS has evolved into a statewide health system encompassing six colleges: Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Health Professions, Public Health, and Graduate School. As a premier academic medical center, UAMS combines education, research, and clinical care through its UAMS Medical Center, which serves as Arkansas' only adult Level 1 trauma center and the state's sole provider of adult kidney, liver, and pancreas transplants. The institution operates with a $1.3 billion budget and generates over $100 million in annual research funding, maintaining internationally recognized programs in multiple myeloma, aging, and other specialized areas. UAMS supports over 3,000 students, 900 medical residents and fellows, and maintains affiliations with Arkansas Children's Hospital and the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. With eight regional campuses across Arkansas, UAMS provides extensive community outreach and telehealth services, ensuring healthcare access throughout the state while contributing approximately $3.92 billion annually to Arkansas' economy.