Medical Assistant - Women's Center

University of Arkansas•Little Rock, AR

18h•Onsite

About The Position

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. The Medical Assistant (MA) provides direct patient care to assigned patients in the Women and Infants Service Line (WISL). The MA works under the direct supervision of the clinic staff by assisting in the examination and treatment of patients. The MA will assist the UAMS Pre-natal Genetics Program with the provision of genetic carrier screening and maternal serum screening to a variety of obstetrical patients across the state and in the WISL.

Requirements

High School, GED or formal educational equivalent
Current BLS
Completion of Accredited Medical Assistant training program
Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethics and accountability.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an ambulatory care setting
One (1) or more years of MA experience

Responsibilities

Takes and records medical histories and vital signs (e.g., blood pressure, pulse, temperature, weight/height).
Collects lab samples and prepare patients for examinations.
Prepare treatment/exam rooms for procedures and assist nurses or providers during exams and simple clinical tasks.
Alerts nursing staff or other team members to changes in a patient’s condition, and help maintain adequate supplies for care.
Greets patients when they arrive to the clinic.
Schedules, registers, and checks out patients using clinic systems.
Verifies insurance coverage and collects payments, issues receipts when needed.
Documents patient care activities, clinical findings, lab sample collections, and other patient interactions in the medical record.
Observes and reports unsafe conditions or issues requiring prompt intervention.
Provide support and serve as a resource to department members in their duties.
Participates in continuing education and professional advancement opportunities.
May perform other duties as assigned.