Medical Assistant - Part Time

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) PRN provides direct patient care to assigned patients to Women’s Health. The MA works under the direct supervision of the clinic nurse(s) by assisting in the examination and treatment of patients. Prepares treatment rooms for examination. Assists with medical procedures and examinations Conducts patient interviews, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and phlebotomy. Performs EKG’s, dressing changes. Administers approved medications. Researches and scribes physicians’. Orders/accession orders for clinical laboratory or appropriate processing center. Performs administrative tasks by registering and scheduling patients for appointments, procedures, etc. using the various registration and scheduling systems. PRN Minimum required hours are 16 hours per month. PRN Maximum allowable hours in a floating year is 1000.

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 vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, height/weight).
• Obtains and documents patient medical histories.
• Prepares patients for exams and procedures.
• Assists providers (physicians, nurses, midwives) during exams and minor procedures.
• Collects lab specimens (blood, urine, etc.) and ensure proper handling.
• Supports specialized services like prenatal/genetic screening in women’s health.
• Monitors patients and report changes in condition to nursing staff.
• Greets patients and assist with check-in/check-out
• Schedule and register appointments using clinic systems.
• Verifies insurance coverage and collect payments.
• Maintains accurate electronic medical records (EMR) documentation.
• Prepares and cleans exam/treatment rooms.
• Ensures adequate medical supplies and equipment are stocked.
• Observes and reports safety concerns or hazards.
• Assists with patient flow and coordination of care.
• Supports team members and act as a resource within the department.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees