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Closing Date:

09/13/2024

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

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 $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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 the Apply link/button.

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Department:

ICE | WISL Women's Center - 2nd Floor OP C

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Medical Assistant (MA) provides direct patient care to assigned patients to Women’s Health. The MA works under the direct supervision of the clinic nurse(s) by assisting in the examination and treatment of patients. Prepares treatment rooms for examination. Assists with medical procedures and examinations Conducts patient interviews, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and phlebotomy. Performs EKG’s, dressing changes. Administers approved medications. Researches and scribes physicians’. Orders/accession orders for clinical laboratory or appropriate processing center. Performs administrative tasks by registering and scheduling patients for appointments, procedures, etc. using the various registration and scheduling systems.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED PLUS Completion of Medical Assistant training program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an ambulatory care setting.

• 1 or more years of MA experience.

• Current BLS.

• Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethics and accountability.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Assist physicians and registered nurses with providing basic, direct patient assessment.

• Performs intake exams and heath screenings, monitors vital signs, collect various swabs and specimens, and administers diagnostic tests.

• Develop, communicate, and implement patient treatment plans by evaluating patient well being, reporting any needs to medical staff and explaining treatments and procedures.

• Provides high standard of care and customer service to patients and families.

• Ensures comfort and well-being of patients by performing care activities, such as feeding patients, changing dressings and bandages of wounds, and transporting patients from wheelchairs, beds, and gurneys.

• Maintains organized medical records and fulfills records requests.

• Participate in ad hoc research projects to improve performance management and patient care

• Performs other duties as requested.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeLicense or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check

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:

Lifting, Pulling, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Lifting, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Grasping, Hearing, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Benefits Eligible:

Yes