Phlebotomist

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking a Phlebotomist to join the Southview team in Birmingham, AL. The role supports specimen collection, processing, and related clerical tasks to keep laboratory and clinic operations efficient.

You will collect blood and other specimens, ensure accurate labeling, and help maintain patient comfort and safety while following HIPAA and safety standards. The position requires high school diploma and preferred phlebotomy experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of phlebotomy experience in a clinical or healthcare setting preferred.
• Prior clerical or medical office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture, capillary, and other specimen collection procedures on patients of all ages.
• Verify patient identity and ensure accurate labeling and documentation of specimens.
• Process and prepare specimens for internal or reference laboratory testing according to established protocols.
• Maintain specimen integrity through proper handling, storage, and transport.
• Perform point‑of‑care or CLIA‑waived testing as assigned (e.g., glucose, rapid strep, or urine dipstick).
• Monitor and restock phlebotomy supplies; notify supervisor of inventory needs.
• Follow infection control, safety, and universal precautions at all times.
• Support the laboratory team by assisting with specimen deliveries and maintaining a clean, organized work area.
• Greet patients in a professional and courteous manner; verify demographics and insurance information.
• Enter, update, and retrieve patient information and test orders in the EHR and LIS.
• Answer telephones, route calls, and respond to patient and provider inquiries within scope.
• Print, file, and distribute laboratory reports as needed.
• Schedule or coordinate laboratory appointments and follow‑up testing as directed.
• Assist with scanning, faxing, and other routine administrative tasks to support clinic operations.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient, employee, and organizational information in accordance with HIPAA and clinic policies.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient care

Clerical skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EHR systems

LIS

Job description

Position Overview

• Department: Southview

• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30AM - 5:00PM

• Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham

• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

  
  Now a proud part of UAB Medicine, Southview Medical Group is a long-standing, multi-specialty physician practice with a history of caring for Birmingham-area patients for more than a century at our facilities located at UAB St. Vincent’s Birmingham and UAB Medicine St. Vincent’s One Nineteen. Our physicians provide a broad range of primary and specialty care services focused on long-term health and wellness. Join our team that includes more than 30 providers — spanning internal medicine, cardiology, infectious disease, endocrinology and gastroenterology — as we care for more than 51,000 unique patients every year over more than 130,000 annual patient visits.

Job Description

The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting, labeling, and processing blood and other specimens for laboratory testing while ensuring accuracy, patient comfort, and safety. In addition to specimen collection, this role performs a variety of clerical and administrative duties to support efficient laboratory and clinic operations. The Phlebotomist provides excellent customer service to patients, collaborates with clinical staff, and ensures compliance with all regulatory and safety standards.

• Perform venipuncture, capillary, and other specimen collection procedures on patients of all ages.
• Verify patient identity and ensure accurate labeling and documentation of specimens.
• Process and prepare specimens for internal or reference laboratory testing according to established protocols.
• Maintain specimen integrity through proper handling, storage, and transport.
• Perform point‑of‑care or CLIA‑waived testing as assigned (e.g., glucose, rapid strep, or urine dipstick).
• Monitor and restock phlebotomy supplies; notify supervisor of inventory needs.
• Follow infection control, safety, and universal precautions at all times.
• Support the laboratory team by assisting with specimen deliveries and maintaining a clean, organized work area.
• Greet patients in a professional and courteous manner; verify demographic and insurance information.
• Enter, update, and retrieve patient information and test orders in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and/or Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Answer telephones, route calls, and respond to patient and provider inquiries within scope.
• Print, file, and distribute laboratory reports as needed.
• Schedule or coordinate laboratory appointments and follow‑up testing as directed.
• Assist with scanning, faxing, and other routine administrative tasks to support clinic operations.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient, employee, and organizational information in accordance with HIPAA and clinic policies.
• 16. Perform other job‑related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of phlebotomy experience in a clinical or healthcare setting preferred.
• Prior clerical or medical office experience preferred.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world‑class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting‑edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS‑verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet‑designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital‑Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award‑winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast‑paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close‑knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission‑driven organization committed to delivering life‑changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry‑leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.