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Closing Date:

04/05/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (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 Anatomic Pathology Admin

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Decedent Affairs Coordinator (Histotechnologist) manages the Decedent Affairs process from the time of death to release of remains. Communicates information to morgue manager, funeral homes, or other parties as necessary and allowed by HIPPA policies. Performs critical identification functions to ensure proper disposition and processing of decedent remains in compliance with Joint Commission standards and hospital policy. Maintains proper documentation for all processes. Consults with appropriate departments for sensitive issues (i.e. Risk Management, Legal Affairs, Anatomical Gifts, etc.).

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in laboratory science, medical laboratory technology degree obtained from an accredited institution with a combination of 30 semester hours (45 quarter hours) in biology and chemistry that will include 6 credit hours of Biology & 6 credit hours of Chemistry.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years of Clinical Laboratory, anatomic pathology or patient care experience.

• Experience in handling sensitive subject matter and/or interacting with grieving families

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.
• 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.
• Provides histological duties as coverage in the Histology lab.
• Perform other duties as needed.

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Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

ResumeLicense or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] 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

Frequent Physical Activity:

Feeling, Grasping, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes