Medical Lab Tech or Clinical Lab Scientist - Blood Bank (Full-time, Saturday - Tuesday, 9pm-7:30am)
Washington Regional Medical System·Fayetteville, Arkansas
Washington Regional Medical System·Fayetteville, Arkansas
Perform routine and special laboratory testing, including CLIA waived and non-waived assays, while ensuring accurate reporting of results. Responsible for analyzer maintenance, quality control, and troubleshooting to ensure regulatory compliance and patient safety.
The role of the Medical Laboratory Tech I reports to the assigned Laboratory Supervisor in direct partnership with the Laboratory Director. This position is responsible for performing routine and special testing in different areas of the laboratory. This position is responsible for performing routine maintenance, quality control procedures, troubleshooting and documentation as per established guidelines. This position must be capable of identifying and documenting problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and be able to either correct the problem or immediately notify the general supervisor, department director or medical director. Essential Position Responsibilities Perform CLIA waived and non-waived testing according to approved procedures and processes. Perform, verify, and report laboratory results in accordance to established guidelines Identify issues that may adversely affect assay performance or patient results and perform corrective action including notification of appropriate laboratory personnel Perform analyzer maintenance, calibration, and quality control procedures Perform troubleshooting and corrective action documentation and related procedures Perform proficiency testing as needed for regulatory compliance Assist with reagent and supplies inventory management, as needed Assist with clerical and specimen processing, as needed Partner with customers to assess needs, aids internal and external clients, resolves problems, and satisfy expectations to influence a positive outcome Assist in validation of new equipment Assist in training students and new employees. Qualifications Education: Associates degree in Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Technology and meets qualifications as general testing personnel in accordance with CLIA'88 regulations Licensure and Certifications: Eligible to take ASCP, AMT or equivalent certification exam and must pass within one year of hire date.
This job description is designed to provide an overview of the essential and principal duties and responsibilities of the position. The job description is not designed or intended to cover or set forth a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Washington Regional reserves the right in its absolute discretion to change duties, responsibilities or activities or assign new duties, responsibilities, or activities at any time with or without notice. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Qualifications
Requires an Associate degree in Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Technology and eligibility for ASCP, AMT, or equivalent certification. One year of medical laboratory experience is preferred.
Market context
In Arkansas, blood bank medical lab tech and clinical lab scientist roles are typically in demand because hospitals need reliable overnight coverage for transfusion testing and inventory support. These positions are competitive when candidates bring ASCP, AMT, or equivalent eligibility, plus hands-on blood bank experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to highlight blood bank procedures, shift availability, and certification status.
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