Medical Assistant - IMSL Infectious Disease Clinic

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Key Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care by acquiring medical history, vital signs, and lab samples.

Requirements Summary

Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED, plus Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program. Minimal Computer skills.

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Medical AssistantHealthcare Clinical

10/23/2026

Clinical Staff - Nursing

Regular

Day Shift (United States of America)

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Requirements

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High School Diploma or GED, plus Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
Minimal Computer skills.

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.

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 and all required screenings, measure vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height) and records information in patients' Electronic Medical Record (EMR). The MA will also draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. May also perform EKGs. lAlso prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients and ensures exam rooms are stocked with supplies needed for patient care activities. The MA may also perform administrative tasks by registering and scheduling patients for appointments, procedures, etc. using the various registrations and scheduling systems.

Responsibilities

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→ Provides direct patient care by acquiring medical history, vital signs, and lab samples.
→Communicates with nursing staff regarding changes in the patient's condition and maintains an adequate level of supplies required for patient care.
→Greets patients upon arrival to 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 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 performance of duties.
→Notifies appropriate staff members of problems requiring prompt intervention.
→Participates in continuing education and professional/ institutional advancement opportunities.
→Performs other duties as assigned.

Commensurate with education and experience"

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

Proof of Veteran Status

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.

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