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Type of Position: Other Health Care - Clinical Support

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift: Shift Vary (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available: 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

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, affirmative action 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.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Visit our website to learn more:

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Department: ICE | LPSL APATH Gross Room

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Summary of Job Duties: The Anatomic Pathology department is seeking a motivated individual to join our team! Are you looking for an exciting career in a hospital setting that explores human anatomy daily? Our team works closely with Pathology residents and Pathologists to aid in tissue processing in the lab. We handle specimens as tiny as a mustard seed to full size limbs! This position is also responsible for ensuring correct documentation for patients entering and leaving our morgue along with basic assistance with post mortem examinations. If these things excite you, this job is for you!

Qualifications:

Associates degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology degree or 60 credit hours obtained from an accredited institution that must include 24 credit hours in Medical Technology or Science Courses which include 6 credit hours of Biology & 6 credit hours of Chemistry.

Must be able to work on occasional weekends and rotate on-call duties.

Preferred Qualifications:

One (1) year experience as a grossing tech or assistant.

Professional License/Certification (Certified by ASCP or equivalent).

Experience in a hospital setting.

EPIC training.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

Assesses specimen and order acceptability according to departmental policies and procedures.

Alerts appropriate residents and pathologists for special protocols.

Accession all specimen received indicated for Surgical Pathology.

Prints appropriate colored and types of cassettes for all specimen.

Label specimen correctly and adding formalin to all specimen that do not require special attention.

Responsible for dictating gross descriptions of GI, GYN, prostate, kidney, liver, bone marrows, as well as surgical devices.

Inks and cuts breasts in accordance to appropriate breast protocols.

Performs and assists with specimen and frozen section preparation.

Receives and releases bodies in the morgue to ARORA, Coroner\xe2\x80\x99s office, Crime lab, and funeral homes, assuring all paperwork is complete and correct.

Responsible for receiving after-hour specimen in the Clinical Lab refrigerator.

Daily cleaning of cryostats with appropriate reagents.

Maintaining a positive attitude and correctly performs all duties during strenuous work hours.

Performs preventative maintenance on machines and equipment.

Performs troubleshooting on laboratory equipment.

Restocks supplies and maintains a safe and organized work environment.

Trains new employees and residents as needed.

Store grossed specimen in storage room according to date and dumping specimen after 30 days.

Ensures all cassettes are added to Histology processors with appropriate date and end time.

Performs computer functions as required.

Recording refrigerator, freezer, ambient, cryostat, and bone decalcification station temperatures in appropriate log book.

Assists with UAMS/ACH post-mortem examinations by entering data into epic a needed, preparing patient for funeral home and ensuring morgue is cleaned once exam is complete.

May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: Resume

Optional Documents: List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

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: Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Sharps, Standing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity: Feeling, Kneeling, Pulling, Pushing, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity: Lifting

Benefits Eligible: Yes

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