Medical Assistant - Radiation Oncology Clinic

Clinical Staff - NursingThe Medical Assistant, (MA), works under the direct supervision of the Clinical Services Manager 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.Minimum Qualifications:High School Diploma/GED Plus Completion of Medical Assistant training program.Preferred Qualifications:One (1) year of Medical Assistant experienceResponsibilities:Collects/records patients' medical history and acquires patient vital signs.Advises patients regarding treatment, medication, and specific physician instructions.Collect lab samples and complete necessitated documentation for submission to lab.Manage the patient appointment schedule by balancing medical needs with patients' timetable.Greet all patients/customers in professional and courteous manner upon arrival at clinic.Register and check-out patients, collect payments, issue receipts, and verify insurance coverage.May perform other duties as assigned.Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experienceRequired Documents to Apply:License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeOptional Documents:Proof of Veteran StatusAll application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site 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: Feeling, HearingFrequent Physical Activity: Crawling, Crouching, Grasping, Kneeling, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, WalkingOccasional Physical Activity: Balancing, Repetitive MotionBenefits Eligible: Yes