Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $21.75
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
holiday leave
Vacation leave
sick leave
education discount
Retirement Plan
basic life insurance
career training
merchant discounts
concierge prescription delivery
Job Description
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is a renowned academic health center committed to improving the health and lives of Arkansans through outstanding education, research, and clinical programs. As part of the University of Arkansas System, UAMS fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment characterized by teamwork and diversity, emphasizing a patient-centered approach to healthcare. It is recognized as a leader in health sciences education and innovative clinical care, providing comprehensive services and engaging in cutting-edge medical research.
UAMS offers a supportive community where healthcare professionals thrive by contributing to meaningful work and having access to robust resources, caree... Show More
UAMS offers a supportive community where healthcare professionals thrive by contributing to meaningful work and having access to robust resources, caree... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Completion of medical assistant training from an accredited program
- Ability to perform point-of-care testing, draw and collect blood specimens, and prepare samples for laboratory processing
- Preferred minimum of one year of phlebotomy and/or medical assistant experience
- Preferred BLS (CPR) certification
- Preferred two years of experience in an ambulatory care setting
- Ability to legally work in the United States
- Subject to pre-employment screening including criminal background check, drug testing, and education verification
- Capable of frequent physical activity including standing, walking, and talking
- Capable of occasional physical activity such as crouching, kneeling, pulling, pushing, and reaching
- Adherence to safety and infection control protocols
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma/GED
- Completion of medical assistant training from an accredited program
- Ability to perform point-of-care testing, draw and collect blood specimens, and prepare for laboratory processing
- Minimum of one year of phlebotomy and/or medical assistant experience preferred
- BLS (CPR) certification preferred
- Two years of experience in an ambulatory care setting preferred
Job Duties
- Provides direct patient care by acquiring medical history, vital signs, and lab samples
- Communicates with nursing staff regarding changes in patients' conditions and maintains an adequate supply of supplies required for patient care
- Greets patients upon arrival at the 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 the UAMS safety plan
- Complies with safety instructions and observes safe work practices
- Provides input on safety issues
- Serves as a resource to support department members in the performance of their duties
- Notifies appropriate staff members of problems requiring prompt intervention
- Participates in continuing education and professional/institutional advancement opportunities
- May perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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