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Closing Date:
05/12/2026
Type of Position:
Other Health Care - Clinical Support
Job Type:
Regular
Shift Vary (United States of America)
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.
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Department:
ICE | LPSL APATH Gross Room
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
The Department of Pathology Gross Room and Morgue Histotechnologist is responsible for a broad range of duties and activities critical to the functioning of Anatomic Pathology (AP). The objective of this position is to ensure a safe and organized environment for patient care by ensuring new employees have adequate training and morgue procedures are followed and constantly evaluated for improvement. This position also provides significant oversight of specimen acceptability, accessioning, specimen labeling, and frozen preparations. A rotation will be required to perform histological tasks in the Histology Department under the supervision of the Histology Supervisor. This position works under the supervision of the Gross Room/Morgue Supervisor, AP Manager, and the Medical Director of Anatomic Pathology.
This position requires weekend and Holiday coverage on rotation with other Gross Room/Morgue employees.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in biological science or chemistry, OR a baccalaureate degree with a combination of 30 semester hours (45 quarter hours) in biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), which may be obtained within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree
- ASCP HTL certification must be obtained within one year of employment or within one year after completion of eligibility. Eligibility criteria is as follows: successful completion of NACCL accredited Histotechnician or Histotechnologist program within the last five years OR completion of 12 consecutive months of full time on the job training in a histopathology laboratory within the last five years.
Preferred Qualifications:
- One (1) year of anatomic pathology experience
- Professional License/Certification (Certified by ASCP or equivalent).
- Experience in a hospital setting.
- EPIC training
Additional Information:
Job Requirements:
- Performs all quality control and preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and temperature control required by regulatory entities. Assist in lab inventory control, cleanliness and organization.
- Assist in lab inventory control, cleanliness and organization.
- Floor lead on productivity delegation, training, and critical thinking.
- Ensuring proper handling and processing of all specimens received in the lab, including but not limited to, patient identification, specimen protocol triage, specimen and lab troubleshooting, grossing, embedding, frozen sections, etc.
- Perform other duties as needed
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
Noise Level : Moderate
Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity
Hazards: Biological, Chemical, Dust, Electrical, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
Resume
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:
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