Medical Laboratory Scientist II- Molecular Biology- Regular Part Time

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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 $50000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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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.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences Medical Technology Cytotechnology Molecular Biology or an ASCP approved discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Clinical Laboratory.
• ASCP Clinical Laboratory Scientist certification (CLS) Medical Technologist (MT) certification Cytogenetics (CG) certification Cytotechnologist (CT) certification or Molecular Biology (MB) certification

• Knowledge of testing methods currently in use in the Molecular Biology Laboratory.

Preferred Qualifications

• 35 years of experience in a Molecular Biology Laboratory.
• ASCP Specialist in Molecular Biology (SMB)
• Manual FISH analysis and or Manual PCR testing and analysis

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• This position requires the MLS II to be able to organize and prioritize work load and work independently.
• Demonstrate technical expertise on various Molecular processes such as the ability to make critical decisions about results QC and maintenance issues.
• Provides departmental support and performs additional duties or projects as assigned to assist their supervisor.
• As a bench technologist in Molecular Diagnostics this person must also be responsible for processing evaluating and triaging patient specimens performing tests in PCR or FISH according to written procedures.
• This person will also record and evaluate daily weekly and monthly QC in their assigned areas for further review by the supervisor and Medical Director.
• This position requires one to maintain safe work practices follow all regulatory requirements be familiar with all procedures in the department and engage supervisor manager and Medical Director as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as needed.

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This position is subject to preemployment 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 nondiscriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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