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Job Description
Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.
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Closing Date:
07/03/2026
Type of Position:
Clinical Staff -
Medical Ancillary 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 institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. 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.
Department:
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LPSL APATH
Gross Room Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
A Laboratory Procedure Technician (Gross Room) assists pathologists and pathology assistants in the preparation, handling, and processing of surgical specimens for diagnostic evaluation. This role ensures specimens are accurately received, documented, prepared, and distributed according to laboratory and regulatory standards.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Associates degree in laboratory science, 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. Ability 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:
Job Requirements:
Assesses specimen and order acceptability according to departmental policies and procedures. Accession all specimen received indicated for Surgical Pathology. 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 with appropriate breast protocols. Performs and assists with specimen and frozen section preparation. Receives and releases bodies in the morgue to ARORA, Coroner's office, Crime lab, and funeral homes, assuring all paperwork is complete and correct. Maintaining cleanliness and set up of autopsies in morgue. 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. Ensures all cassettes are added to Histology processors with appropriate date and end time. General lab duties, including but not limited to, recording room and equipment temperatures in appropriate logbook, restock supplies and maintain a safe and organized work environments
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Stand:
Frequently Sit:
Frequently Walk:
Occasionally Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Frequently Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs Push and pull weight: 25 lbs Use hands to touch, handle or feel:
Frequently Talk:
Continuously Hear:
Continuously Taste or smell: Occasionally Read, concentrate, think analytically:
Continuously Physical Environment:
Inside Medical Facility Environment Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to
Apply:
Resume Optional Documents:
License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s) Special Instructions to
Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions. All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS 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:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
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