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Closing Date:
10/20/2026
<h2>Type of Position:</h2>
Clinical Staff - Nursing
<h2>Job Type:</h2>
Regular
<h2>Work Shift:</h2>
Sponsorship Available:
No
<h2>Institution Name:</h2>
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 ):
<ul>
<li>Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family</li>
<li>Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave</li>
<li>Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)</li>
<li>Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS</li>
<li>Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000</li>
<li>Career Training and Educational Opportunities</li>
<li>Merchant Discounts</li>
<li>Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy</li>
</ul>
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.
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 <a href="mailto:askrecruitment@uams.edu" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">askrecruitment@uams.edu</a> .
<h2>Department:</h2>
ICE | WISL Milk Bank Lab 
Department's Website:
<h2>Summary of Job Duties:</h2>
The Milk Bank Technician is supervised by Milk Bank Pasteurization Manager and/or the Milk Bank Program Director, the Milk Bank Pasteurization technicians are responsible for all essential tasks for handling and processing human milk through the milk bank laboratory. The individuals fulfilling this role maintain lab equipment, cleaning all areas, storage and distribution zones, and maintain needed operational inventory. The individuals in this role process the human milk according to Milk Bank Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which abide by FDA and HMBANA guidelines, as well as maintain records for maintenance of equipment, cleaning schedules, all bacterial testing and macronutrient analysis of the human milk. This role should be food handler certified and receive training to support milk processing techniques.
In-house training is required on scheduled basis per Milk Bank guidelines.
<h2>Qualifications:</h2>
Minimum Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>High School Diploma
</li>
<li>One (1) Year Hospital or Healthcare Laboratory technician
</li>
<li>Food Safety Handler Certification within four (4) weeks of hire (at hospital orientation)
</li>
</ul>
Additional Information:
Job Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Handles and processes the human milk through the milk bank laboratory.
</li>
<li>Maintains lab equipment, cleaning all areas, storage and distribution zones, and maintain needed operational inventory.
</li>
<li>Processes human milk and performs bacterial testing and macronutrient analysis of the human milk.
</li>
<li>Maintains food handler certification.
</li>
<li>Interacts with and assists the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed.
</li>
<li>Demonstrates effective communication skills; communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary.
</li>
<li>Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments; follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines.
</li>
<li>Assists internal and external stakeholders as needed with exceptional customer service.
</li>
<li>May perform other duties as assigned.
</li>
<li>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
</li>
</ul>
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
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience 
Required Documents to Apply:
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume 
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
<h2>Special Instructions to Applicants:</h2>
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact <a href="mailto:askrecruitment@uams.edu" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">askrecruitment@uams.edu</a> for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site <a href="https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS</a>
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
<h2>Pre-employment Screening Requirements:</h2>
Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, 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.
<h2>Constant Physical Activity:</h2>
Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion
<h2>Frequent Physical Activity:</h2>
Talking, Walking
<h2>Occasional Physical Activity:</h2>
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
<h2>Benefits Eligible:</h2>
Yes

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