University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences·Little Rock, Arkansas
Provides comprehensive support for patient care activities in the Core Lab, including receiving and processing specimens. Responsibilities include scanning specimens into the EPIC system, handling phone inquiries, and reporting critical results.
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Closing Date: 08/07/2026
Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support
Job Type: Regular
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 Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.
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The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution.
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Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
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Department: ICE | LPSL Laboratory Support Services
High School Diploma, GED or formal education equivalent.
Job Requirements: Receives specimens from all sources and verifies that specimens are properly collected and labeled. Ensure test is received in the correct tube type. Sorts all specimens and place them in the proper racks or bucket to be received. Load racks on the appropriate automation line to be received in and tested. Scan specimens into the EPIC system and re-label the specimens as needed. Enter orders into EPIC through requisition entry for all outside institutions. Process add-on test. Answers phone calls concerning results, faxing reports, specimen collection and ordering test. Process timed urine specimens. Reconcile packing list. Process Reference, VA and ACH specimens. Process mail-in specimens. Scan requisitions received with labs from institutional accounts into EPIC. Call critical results as needed. Fill out all Safety Intelligence reports and deliver to the Core Lab Manager. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Stand: Frequently Sit: Frequently Walk: Occasionally Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Frequently Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs Push and pull weight: 25 lbs Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently Talk: Continuously Hear: Continuously Taste or smell: Occasionally Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously
Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents: to Apply: Resume
Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status
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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.
Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion
Frequent Physical Activity: Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity: Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Reaching, Sitting, Stooping
Benefits: Eligible: Yes
Market context
Lab Support Technician I roles in Arkansas are often competitive because employers usually want candidates with a high school diploma or equivalent and prefer prior laboratory experience. The role can appeal to applicants seeking entry into clinical or lab operations, and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, sick leave, and basic life insurance may help distinguish offers. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, then compare them with the original posting and be ready to describe any hands-on lab or specimen-handling experience.
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