Medical Assistant- Maumelle Clinic

University of Arkansas•Maumelle, AR

59d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant is responsible for set up and to assist provider with medical procedures and examinations. 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.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
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.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in an ambulatory care setting preferred.
A minimum of one (1) year of phlebotomy and MA experience.

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.