Medical Assistant - BHSL Center for Addiction Services & Treat (CAST) Clinic

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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):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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.

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, or formal education equivalent
• Completion of Medical Assistant training program
• Current BLS
• Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethic and accountability

Preferred Qualifications

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

Additional Information:

Job Requirements:

• The MA prepares treatment rooms for examinations, assists with medical procedures and examinations, conducts patient interviews, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and phlebotomy.
• The MA performs EKGs, collects urine drug screens, and performs BAC collections.
• The MA audits charts and researches & transcribes physicians' orders/accession orders for clinical laboratories or appropriate processing centers.
• The MA performs administrative tasks by charting, registering and scheduling patients for appointments, procedures, etc. using the various registration and scheduling systems.
• The MA performs other duties as needed.

Employee must successfully complete a UAMS-sponsored conflict management training to identify, prevent, and mitigate disruptive behaviors using methods such as non-escalation, de-escalation, personal protection from physical assaults, and physical alternatives within six months of hire.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://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.