Medical Assistant - Rahling Road Neighborhood Clinic

Medical Assistant

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 records information on patients' Electronic Medical Record (EMR). The MA will also draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. Also prepares treatment rooms for 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School, GED, or formal educational equivalent.
• Successful completion of the Medical Assistant training program.
• 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.
• Two years of experience in an ambulatory care setting.
• Pediatric experience is a plus.
• BLS (CPR) Certification.

Responsibilities:

• Provides direct patient care by acquiring medical history, vital signs, and lab samples.
• Communicates with nursing staff regarding changes in the patient's condition and maintains an adequate level of supplies required for patient care.
• Greets patients upon arrival to the clinic.
• Schedules, registers, and checks out patients.
• Collects payments, issues receipts, and verifies insurance coverage.
• Transports patients to other areas of the hospital, as needed.
• Provides appropriate grooming/oral hygiene and comfort measures and assists patients with physical activities.
• Documents all patient care activities.
• Adheres to the UAMS safety plan.
• Complies with safety instructions and observes safe work practices.
• Provides input on safety issues.
• Participates in continuing education and professional/ institutional advancement opportunities.
• Serves as a resource to support department members in the performance of their duties.
• Notifies appropriate staff members of problems requiring prompt intervention.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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), Resume

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information: 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.

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: Feeling, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Reaching, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity: Crouching, Pulling, Pushing, Stooping

Benefits Eligible: Yes