Lab Support Technician 3 - Laboratory Support Services

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Closing Date:

11/16/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:

RegularNo

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.
 

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

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Department:

ICE | LPSL Laboratory Support Services

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

This position receives laboratory samples from the hospital and multiple clinics, verifies specimen labelling and collection is appropriate, orders tests in Epic as needed, and processes and stores samples for send out testing. This position may have duties both at the main hospital laboratory and the TOSH lab area. This team member also assists clinical teams with collection requirements, helps resolve sample issues, and works with the supervisor to improve processes and safety in the department. This position also requires weekends and weekend call rotation. The schedule could change due to staffing issues with a two-week notice.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED plus four (4) years of lab or related experience.  
• Ability to follow oral instruction, read and write.
• Computer/basic keyboard skills.
• Telephone etiquette skills.
• Must have excellent customer service skills.
• Valid state-issued Driver’s License.
• Computer and typing skills

Qualifications Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Reponsibilities:

• Receives specimens through the pneumatic tube station and window, scan and receive specimens into the EPIC system, re-label specimens, process add on test, order requested test from outside institutions into the EPIC system.
• Reconcile packing list, verify test, load specimens onto the automation lines, deliver specimens to the performing departments.
• Managing a QA project and reporting monthly to the supervisor on the status of the project.
• Training new employees.
• Assessing competency on other employees.
• Ordering supplies as needed.
• Overseeing automation line maintenance, and other duties, both permanent assignments and temporary assignments, defined by the supervisor.
• Answer incoming calls concerning results, proper specimen collection, test ordering and faxing reports.
• Process and store or send out Reference Test, VA samples and ACH test.
• Process 24-hour urines and mail-in specimens.
• Other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

ResumeProof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] 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, Motor Vehicle Reports 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. 

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