Laboratory Procedure Technician- Cytopathology

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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 $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

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.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree in laboratory science, medical laboratory technology degree - OR - 60 credit hours obtained from an accredited institution thatmust include 24 credit hours in Medical Technology or Science Courses which include 6 credit hours of Biology & 6 credithours of Chemistry.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate Degree in laboratory science, medical laboratory science, biology, chemistry, or related field
• General Clinical lab experience
• Cytology lab experience

Additional Information:

Additional Information:

• Receives specimens from all sources and correlates test ordering information with requisitions. Verifies correct patient identification and notes discrepancies (rejection criteria).
• Orders and accessions cytology specimens in the Epic system. Prioritizes, labels, and processes all specimens using judgment while assessing each sample.
• Prepares, stains, coverslips, and labels each specimen according to the cytology lab policy and procedure manual.
• Assembles and triages cases for screening by cytotechnologists while maintaining accurate identification throughout the process.
• Receives all laboratory supplies and keeps inventory of all stock. Dates all reagents when they are opened and regularly checks expiration dates to ensure quality and maintain standards.
• Checks expiration dates on patient samples, lab supplies, and lab equipment.
• Cleans the cytology laboratory and all of the equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Demonstrates use of lab equipment including the ThinPrep processor, centrifuge, cytocentrifuge, autostainer, and coverslipper.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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.