Medical Assistant - Family Medicine Center

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

17h

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. Also prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. The MA may also perform administrative tasks by registering and scheduling patients for appointments, procedures, etc. using the various registrations and scheduling systems.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, Plus Completion of as Medical Assistant training program.
• Ability to perform point-of-care testing, draw and collect blood specimens, and prepare for laboratory processing.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of Medical Assistant and phlebotomy experience
• Previous experience in an ambulatory care setting.
• Pediatric experience
• Current, Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care by acquiring medical history, vital signs, and lab samples.
• Communicates with nursing staff regarding changes in patient's condition and maintains adequate level of supplies required for patient care.
• Greets patients upon arrival to 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 UAMS safety plan.
• Complies with safety instructions and observes safe work practices.
• Provides input on safety issues.
• Serves as resource to support department members in performance of duties.
• Notifies appropriate staff members of problems requiring prompt intervention.
• Participates in continuing education and professional/ institutional advancement opportunities.
• Performs 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: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED