Medical Assistant - Rahling Road Neighborhood Clinic

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

11d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Additionally, the MA prepares treatment rooms for patient examinations and may perform administrative tasks such as registering and scheduling patients for appointments and procedures using various registration and scheduling systems. This position can float to any of the IMSL clinics as needed.

Requirements

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.
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

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.