Medical Laboratory Scientist I- Blood Bank

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• Duties: A Medical Laboratory Scientist I – Blood Bank performs laboratory testing and blood compatibility procedures used in transfusion medicine. This role supports safe blood transfusions by analyzing blood samples, identifying blood types and antibodies, and ensuring compliance with laboratory and safety standards.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Chemistry, or Biology Eligible for ASCP Certification or equivalent. Certification must be obtained within 1 year of hire.

Additional Information

Job Requirements: Provide direct patient care by supplying the patient with appropriate blood components Perform ABO/Rh, IAT, DAT, antibody identification, crossmatching units of blood and running the automated ABO/RH, IAT equipment Wash red blood cells and platelets Perform platelet crossmatching and platelet antibody identification Perform daily reagent QC and equipment preventive maintenance Issue blood and blood components to the floors Understand the importance of massive trauma and to issue blood and blood components as set forth in the Massive Transfusion Protocol Communicate effectively with the blood bank customers including physicians, nurses, and other UAMS staff members Receive samples and to ensure all samples are appropriately labeled and collected properly for the Blood Bank Assist in training of new staff and students Maintain competency and train on all revised and new policy/procedures in a timely manner Report any deviation from standard operating procedures to the supervisor in a timely manner Perform daily reagent QC and equipment preventive maintenance with 100% accuracy. Assist with performance of quarterly, semi-annual, and annual quality control Perform other duties as needed 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 Noise Level : Moderate Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity Hazards: Biological, Chemical, Dust, Electrical, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to Apply: Resume

Optional Documents

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 askrecruitment@uams.edu 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, Standing, Talking Frequent Physical Activity: Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Reaching, Sitting, Stooping, Walking Occasional Physical Activity: N/A Benefits Eligible: Yes At the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), we are looking for health care and non-health care professionals who believe in excellence as a way of life. If you think you have the skills and commitment to succeed at the highest level, consider a career at UAMS, the state’s only academic health sciences center. Combining diverse talents and expertise, our employees work together to provide advanced patient care. We currently have a wide variety of positions available, from patient care to support staff- we may have the perfect position for you. UAMS is Arkansas’ only comprehensive academic health sciences center. We educate and train the vast majority of the state’s physicians and prepare doctors, scientists, nurses, pharmacists and health professionals through innovation, compassion, teamwork and patient- and family-centered care so they can impact the world. UAMS rewards its nurses! Statewide opportunities are available in direct patient care, education, and research settings. We offer Bonus Programs, Hotel Lodging, New Graduate RN Residency and support for Clinical Ladder, National Certification, Shared Governance, and Recognition Programs to name a few. Go to nurses.uams.edu for more details. The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, visitors, and prospective employees. The below report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA). The report will provide you with information on campus safety and security including information on various policies and procedures for reporting crime, safety and security prevention and protection programs, victim assistance services, fire safety, and other materials to assist you in maintaining your safety and security. www.uams.edu/police.