Laboratory Technician in Training Part-Time
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LocationArkana Main Office Little Rock AR, Arkansas
Work modeon-site
Typepart-time
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentLaboratory
Company size201–500 people
PostedApr 12, 2024 · 2y ago
Verified live5h ago
May no longer be actively hiring
Posted by the company on Apr 12, 202469% of this company's open roles have been listed for 90+ days
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Bachelor’s or Associates degree from a four or two year-college or university with at least 12 semester hours biology and chemistry
Histology-specific and Laboratory Technical skills
Proficient in MS Word
Prefer 2 years of lab experience but not required
Eligible to sit for the National HT/HTL exam after 1 year of employment
Skills
MS Word
Benefits
Health insurance
Paid time off
401(k)
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Wellness program
About the company
Who we are: At Arkana Laboratories, everyone has an important role to fill. Come join us and be a part of a team dedicated to making life better for those who need it most.
This place is packed with super-smart people who do their best work together. We work hard every day to advance our understanding of disease and provide world-class care to our patients in hopes of leaving our corner of the world a little better than we found it. While we are committed to improving the lives of thousands of patients, we never lose sight of the realization that they are the reason we get to create change in our field.
Built on generosity, teamwork, and the freedom to try new things, we take great pride in our work. Great ideas come from everywhere in this company and we celebrate each success and failure for the opportunity it gives us to keep reaching. For more than twenty years after our founder, Dr. Patrick Walker, wrote his goals on the back of a napkin, our people, culture, and values have remained strong.
About the role
About the position: As a Laboratory Technician in Training Part-time in the Electron Microscopy department, you will train in preparing histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists. Work is performed in accordance with standard laboratory practice under limited supervision.
What you’ll do:
Clinical Duties
Responsible for becoming proficient in day-to-day operations of Lab Services; specifically:
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Assess tissue adequacy for testing
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Perform quality control checks on materials produced
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Complete equipment maintenance and logs
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Develop problem-solving skills—determining causes of operating errors and deciding corrective course of action
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Controlling operations of equipment and systems
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Monitor and assess performance of self to make improvements or take corrective action
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Assist in Lab for other duties as assigned
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Practice safe work procedures while performing job duties
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Periodically review of work product for compliance with standard operating procedures and applicable workload limits
Administrative Duties
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Assist in Accessioning
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Maintenance of Lab logs and tracking sheets
Requirements
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All SOPs must be followed
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Any discrepancies, errors and/or deviation from the SOPs or Policies must be reported to the Lab Director, Lab Manager, Admin Lead and/or Section Lead
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Laboratory Standards for Clinical testing must be maintained
You should have:
Education: Bachelor’s or Associates degree from a four or two year-college or university with at least 12 semester hours biology and chemistry Certification eligible
Experience: Histology-specific and Laboratory Technical skills. Prefer 2 years of lab experience but not required
Computer Skills: Proficient in MS Word
Other Requirements: Eligible to sit for the National HT/HTL exam after 1 year of employment
Part-Time Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am-12:00pm
Benefits
What we offer: We know that health is more than doctor visits and life is more than work. We work hard at Arkana but in turn provide competitive salaries and generous benefit offerings.
Specifically, we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:
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Competitive salary
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Generous paid time off and Paid Holidays
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Minimal cost health insurance for you and affordable options for your family
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401(k) with immediate eligibility and match
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Company-paid life insurance
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Company-paid long term disability coverage
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Affordable vision and dental plans
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Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account availability
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Wellness plan and complimentary yoga classes
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Monthly in-office massages and employer-sponsored lunches
Please see Careers for further information.
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