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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):
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.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.
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Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED PLUS 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum of one (1) year of phlebotomy and/or MA experience.
BLS (CPR) Certification.
Two (2) years of experience in an ambulatory care setting
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Responsibilities:
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.
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Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu 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.
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.