Unity Health·Searcy, Arkansas
Perform and report results for all diagnostic tests offered by the Unity Health Laboratory. Participate in quality assurance, infection control, and safety programs as required by OSHA and CLIA 88.
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Refer to the Personnel Standards of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988 which states least an Associate of Science degree in a Biological, Physical or Chemical Science or a Clinical Laboratory Science program.
Refer to the Personnel Standards of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988. On the job training is possible for certain candidates meeting the minimum educational requirements.
Qualifies as Testing Personnel under the Personnel Standards of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988 under indirect supervision of the Clinical Laboratory Director. Job knowledge commensurate with educational experience.
YES In the interest of protecting the health and safety of all patients, associates, and guests, Unity Health has classified some positions as “safety sensitive.” A “safety sensitive” position is any job position in which impaired performance could result in harm to the health and/or safety of self or others. Any associate that is actively engaged in the use of medical marijuana, even if in possession of a valid medical marijuana card, will be excluded from employment in a “safety sensitive” position.
Responsible for performing and reporting results of all diagnostic tests offered by Unity Health Laboratory while participating in QA, IC, Safety QCI, and proficiency testing programs as required by OSHA and CLIA 88. This position requires knowledge in the care of patients served as indicated: Neonate and infant birth up to one year, Childhood and Adolescence is one year to 17 years, Adult is 18 to 65 years and Geriatric is 65 years and above.
Walking, bending, using stairs, working with bio-hazardous material, wearing of protective material as required by OSHA.
Fri/Sat/Sun 630a-630p
Requires an Associate of Science degree in Biological, Physical, or Chemical Science or a Clinical Laboratory Science program. Must meet Personnel Standards of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988.
Market context
Clinical lab tech positions in Arkansas are typically in steady demand because hospitals and diagnostic labs need reliable support for routine testing, quality control, and timely results. These roles can be competitive when employers want candidates who already meet CLIA personnel standards and have an associate-level science background. Review the lab’s shift expectations and certification requirements closely, and use the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save time comparing openings against the original posting.