Medical Assistant - Rheumatology Clinic
Medical Assistant - Rheumatology Clinic
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Type of Position:
Clinical Staff Nursing
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
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.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks available for benefits eligible positions only:
- 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 $50000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
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Department:
ICE IMSL MS OPC Rheum
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Summary of Job Duties:
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.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
High School or GED with Successful completion of Medical Assistant training program.
Preferred Qualifications:
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.
Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
Responsible for set up and to assist provider with medical procedures and examinations.
Researches physicians orders/accession orders within Epic environment prior to submission to clinical laboratory or 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 set up for and assist provider with procedures and examinations and administer approved medications per UAMS policy.
Manage the patient appointment schedule by balancing medical needs with patients timetable.
Greets all patients/customers in professional and courteous manner upon arrival at clinic.
Performs patient registration/checkout answer telephones and other office administration duties as required.
Coordinates appointments referrals consults tests and/or procedures.
Checkin and registers patients checkout and collects payments and issues receipts verifies insurance coverage.
Responds appropriately to the requirements of thirdparty payers requesting medical records and surgery scheduling.
Other duties may be assigned.
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact for any recruiting relatedquestions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Preemployment Screening Requirements:
Adult Maltreatment Annual TB Screening Child Maltreatment Criminal Background Check Substance Abuse Testing
This position is subject to preemployment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential nondiscriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Repetitive Motion
Frequent Physical Activity:
Feeling Grasping Reaching Standing Talking Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Crouching Kneeling Lifting Pulling Pushing Sharps
Benefits Eligible:
YesEmployment Type
Full-Time
