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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):
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position please click theApply link/button.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
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Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED plus one year direct patient care experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Medical Assistant or Orthopedic Tech experience.
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Responsibilities:
Provides direct patient care by acquiring medical history vital signs and lab samples.
Communicates with nursing staff regarding changes in patients 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.
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
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.
UACCB is a two-year, accredited Arkansas community college with on-campus and online classes offering a variety of degrees and technical certificates.