Medical Assistant - Bone Marrow Procurement

Medical Assistant

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 Diploma or GED, Plus Completion of a Medical Assistant training program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in an ambulatory care setting.

Responsibilities:

• Collects/records patients' medical history and acquires patients' vital signs.
• Advises patients regarding treatment, medication, and specific physician instructions.
• Collects lab samples and completes necessary documentation for submission to the lab.
• Manages the patient appointment schedule by balancing medical needs with patients' timetable.
• Greets all patients/customers in a professional and courteous manner upon arrival at the clinic.
• Registers and checks out patients, collects payments, issues receipts, and verifies insurance coverage.
• Interacts with and assists the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills;
• Communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary.
• Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments;
• Follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines.
• Assists internal and external stakeholders as needed with exceptional customer service.
• Other duties may be assigned to this position.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for any recruiting related questions.

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:

Annual TB Screening, 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:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Lifting

Occasional Physical Activity:

Balancing, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences