Associate Phlebotomist- Outpatient

University of Arkansas at Little Rock; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health university is seeking a Phlebotomist to support clinical laboratory operations. Responsibilities include obtaining blood samples using proper techniques and assisting with inventory management. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma with clinical experience preferred. This position offers various benefits and is part of a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision plans

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement matched contributions

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Qualifications

• High School, GED or formal education equivalent.
• 1 year experience working in a clinical laboratory or as a medical assistant preferred.
• CPR, CAN, PBT, MLA, or CPT Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood from patients using proper phlebotomy techniques.
• Assist with periodic inventory counts and report shortages.
• Match identifiers to information on requisition and labels.

Skills

Phlebotomy techniques

Clinical laboratory experience

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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.

Closing Date: 10/24/2025

Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day Shift (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.

Benefits

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

Position Details

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.

Department: ICE | LPSL OPC Blood Draw

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties

The Phlebotomist supports all sections of the Clinical Outpatient Laboratory through proper phlebotomy techniques as well as proper specimen accessioning, processing and related activities. Use of correct blood collection tubes, ordering correct tests from requisitions.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School, GED or formal education equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year experience working in a clinical laboratory or as a medical assistant
• CPR, CAN, PBT, MLA, or CPT Certification

Additional Information

Job Requirements:

• Assist with periodic inventory counts, report shortages and problems to supervisor or manager as they occur.
• Perform non-patient facing duties such as stocking supplies, sanitizing, filing, answering phones, and utilizing email as appropriate.
• Match identifiers to information on requisition and labels.
• Obtain blood from patient using proper phlebotomy techniques for clinical or medical testing, transfusions, donation, or research.
• Resolve specimen and patient problems as they arise.
• Follows all UAMS Department of Pathology Policies and Procedures for blood collection.
• Obtains patient specimens at an acceptable rate.

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 [e-mail] 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.

Physical Activity

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