Medical Assistant - Rheumatology Clinic

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

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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 or GED with Successful completion of Medical Assistant training program.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year MA experience
• Previous experience in an ambulatory care setting.
• BLS (CPR) Certification.
• Ability to perform point of care testing, draw and collect blood specimens and prepare for laboratory processing.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for setting up and assisting the provider with medical procedures and examinations.
• Research physicians’ orders/accession orders within the Epic environment before 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, dressing changes, sets up for and assists the provider with procedures and examinations, and administers approved medications per UAMS policy.
• Manage the patient appointment schedule by balancing medical needs with patients’ timetables.
• Greets all patients/customers professionally and courteously upon arrival at the clinic.
• Performs patient registration/check-out, answers telephones, and performs other office administration duties as required.
• 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.
• Other duties may be 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