Phlebotomist - Day Shift, Team-Based Lab Care + Benefits

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

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.