Medical Assistant- Maumelle Clinic
University of Arkansas System
Maumelle, Arkansas
Full-Time
$50,000
HybridAssociate
Closing Date:
Sponsorship Available:
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):
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 theApply link/button.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. 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.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources ataskrecruitment@uams.edu.
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Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED Plus Successful completion of Medical Assistant training from an accredited program.
BLS (CPR) Certification.
Ability to perform point of care testing, draw and collect blood specimens, and prepare for laboratory processing.
Preferred Qualifications:
Two years of experience in an ambulatory care setting preferred.
A minimum of one (1) year of phlebotomy and MA experience.
Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
Research physicians’ orders/accession orders within the Epic environment prior to submission to the clinical laboratory or the appropriate processing center.
Collects/records patients’ data, acquires patient vital signs, and may utilize skills such as phlebotomy.
Performs additional skills such as EKGs and dressing changes.
Sets up for and assists the provider with procedures and examinations
Administers approved medications per UAMS policy.
Manages patient appointment schedule by balancing medical needs with patients’ timetable.
Greets all patients/customers in a professional and courteous manner upon arrival at the clinic.
Performs patient registration/check-out, answers telephones, and performs other office administration duties as required.
Interacts with and assists the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed.
Demonstrates effective communication skills; communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary.
Coordinates appointments, referrals, consults, tests, and/or procedures.
Check in and register patients, check out and collect payments, issue receipts, and verify insurance coverage.
Responds appropriately to the requirements of third-party payers, requesting medical records and surgery scheduling.
Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments; follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines.
Assists internal and external stakeholders as needed with exceptional customer service.
May perform other duties as assigned.
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Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contactaskrecruitment@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.