Medical Assistant UAMS Health Benton/Bryant

Medical Assistant Position at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The Medical Assistant (MA) provides direct patient care to assigned patients at the UAMS Health Benton/Bryant location. The MA works under the direct supervision of the clinic nurse(s) by assisting in the examination and treatment of patients.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School, GED or formal educational equivalent
• Current BLS
• Completion of Accredited Medical Assistant training program
• Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethics and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an ambulatory care setting
• One (1) or more years of MA experience

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Stand: Frequently
• Sit: Frequently
• Walk: Occasionally
• Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Frequently
• 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

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

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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.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

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.

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