Medical Assistant - Family Medical Center

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Closing Date:

02/28/2025

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

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.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

ICE | IMSL Family Medicine Center

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Medical Assistant, (MA), works under the direct supervision of the clinic physician by assisting in the examination and treatment of patients. The MA will conduct patient interviews, measure vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and record information on patients' Electronic Medical Record (EMR). The MA will also draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. It also prepares treatment rooms for the examination of patients. The MA may also perform administrative tasks by registering and scheduling patients for appointments, procedures, etc. using the various registrations and scheduling systems.


This position has the potential to float to other IMSL clinics.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED PLUS Successful completion of the Medical Assistant training program.

BLS (CPR) Certification.

Ability to perform point-of-care testing, draw and collect blood specimens, and prepare for laboratory processing.

Preferred Qualifications:

A minimum of 1 year of phlebotomy and MA experience. 

Previous experience in an ambulatory care setting.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Assists provider with medical procedures and examinations.

• Researches physicians’ orders/accession orders within Epic environment before submission to clinical laboratory or appropriate processing center. Collects/records patients’ data, acquires patient vital signs, and may utilize skills such as phlebotomy.

• Performs additional skills such as EKGs, dressing changes, set up for and assisting provider with procedures and examinations, and administering approved medications per UAMS policy.      

• Manages the patient appointment schedule by balancing medical needs with patients’ timetables.

• Greets all patients/customers professionally and courteously upon arrival at the clinic.

• Performs patient registration/check-out, answer telephones, and other office administration duties as required.

• Coordinates appointments, referrals, consults, tests, and/or procedures.

• Check-in and register patients, check-out, collect payments, issue receipts, and verify insurance coverage.

• Responds appropriately to the requirements of third-party payers, requesting medical records and surgery scheduling.

• Other duties may be assigned to this position.

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Salary Information:

commensurate with experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu 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, FBI 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

Frequent Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sharps, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes