Medical Assistant - PRI Interventional Psychiatry
Medical Assistant - PRI Interventional Psychiatry
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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 BHSL Electroshock Therapy PRI IOP C
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Summary of Job Duties:
The Medical Assistant (MA) in the Psychiatric Research Institute (PRI) Interventional Psychiatry Procedural Area provides direct patient care to assigned patients. The MA works under the direct supervision of the clinic nurse and Department Director.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma GED or formal education equivalent
- Current BLS
- Completion of a Medical Assistant training program
- Excellent communication skills basic computer skills strong work ethic and accountability
Additional Information:
Job Requirements:
- The MA prepares treatment rooms for consultation visits and examinations.
- The MA assists with medical procedures and examinations.
- The MA conducts patient interviews measures vital signs (i.e. pulse rate temperature blood pressure weight and height) and phlebotomy.
- The MA audits charts and researches & transcribes physicians orders/accession orders for clinical laboratory or appropriate processing center.
- The MA performs administrative tasks by charting registering and scheduling patients for appointments procedures etc. using the various registration and scheduling systems.
- The MA coordinates and organizes referrals to the PRI Procedure area.
- The MA performs screenings for calls for SAINT TMS.
- The MA completes screening packets and prior authorizations as required by insurance.
- Performs other duties as needed.
- Employee must successfully complete a UAMS-sponsored conflict management training to identify prevent and mitigate disruptive behaviors using methods such as non-escalation de-escalation personal protection from physical assaults and physical alternatives within six months of hire.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Stand: Frequently
Sit: Occasionally
Walk: Frequently
Bend crawl crouch kneel stoop or reach overhead: Occasionally
Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs
Push and pull weight :25 lbs
Use hands to touch handle or feel: Frequently
Talk: Continuously
Hear: Continuously
Taste or smell: Occasionally
Read concentrate think analytically: Continuously
Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment
Noise Level : Moderate
Visual Requirements: Color discrimination Depth perception Far visual acuity Near visual acuity
Hazards: Biological Chemical Dust Electrical Fumes/Gases/Odors Radiation Sharp objects/tools
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.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Adult Maltreatment Annual TB Screening Child Maltreatment Criminal Background Check Substance Abuse Testing
This position is subject to pre-employment 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 non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing
Frequent Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Sitting Talking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Feeling Kneeling Lifting Pulling Pushing Standing Walking
Benefits Eligible:
YesEmployment Type
Full-Time
