Associate Phlebotomist

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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.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. 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.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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• High School diploma/GED required.

• One (1) year of clinical laboratory experience preferred.

• Current Licensed Phlebotomist in Arkansas (i.e., passed the National Council Licensure Examination).

• Valid Arkansas driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with a variety of personalities under stressful circumstances.

• Must have excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to speak on the phone clearly and professionally, and the ability to adhere to standardized procedures and policy.

• Must have daily access to reliable transportation and be able to travel throughout the state. May involve overnight stays occasionally.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to interface at all levels including management internally and externally (encompasses verbal, written, interpersonal, and listening)

• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, HIPAA, and IRB regulations for human research.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three (3) or more years in a clinical or public health research project.

• One (1) or more years of experience interviewing patients or participants for a research study.

• Three (3) or more years of experience with data collection for a clinical or epidemiologic research study, including collection of biological specimens

• CPR/BLS Certification.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Collect venous blood, saliva, and blood spot samples, questionnaires, and study forms from participants via home or clinic visits following standard operating procedures to facilitate compliance with all institutional and governmental policies and regulations.

• Transport/store/ship samples and study forms to the UAMS campus following standard operating procedures to facilitate compliance with all institutional and governmental policies and regulations.

• Process samples using standard operating procedures to facilitate compliance with all institutional and governmental policies and regulations.

• Meet weekly and monthly project goals for data collection.

• Store samples and record samples in electronic inventory at the central Lab

• Maintain supplies and essentials for study.

• Attend staff meetings and trainings.

• Maintain accurate study records.

• Obtain and maintain HIPAA training annually.

• Acquire and maintain study-required regulatory training e.g. Good Clinical Practice and Human Subject Protection which can be obtained via Citi Training.

• Adhere to study confidentiality policies, maintain study participant confidentiality, and exhibit professional conduct.

• Perform quality control steps on data entry and data management.

• Audit participant files.

• Document and report protocol deviations to the Center's IRB representative to address and ensure regulatory compliance.

• Provide research support for other ongoing Center projects

• Conduct follow-up phone calls to study participants as needed.

• Manage study files using study-related databases.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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.