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Medical Assistant - Maumelle Clinic

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences logoUniversity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Little Rock, United States
Deadline: 10/28/2026
Posted: Sep 30, 2026

NL Highlights

Assist providers with medical procedures and examinations, including setting up for procedures and administering approved medications.
Collect and record patient data, including vital signs, and perform phlebotomy and other clinical skills.
Manage patient appointments and perform administrative duties such as registration, check-out, and answering phones.

Details

Reference

R0092154-2

Salary & Funding

Commensurate with education and experience

Contact Info

askrecruitment@uams.edu

Eligibility

High School Diploma/GED plus Successful completion of a Medical Assistant training program.
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Next Steps

1
Log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com.
2
Access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar.
3
Upload all application materials to the University of Arkansas System Career Site: https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
4
Submit Resume

Opportunity Overview

University of Arkansas System

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Job Details

Closing Date: 10/28/2026

Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 preference, 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.

Legal Requirements

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.

Contact Information

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

Department

ICE | PCPHSL | Maumelle Clinic

Summary of Job Duties

The Medical Assistant is responsible for set up and to assist provider with medical procedures and examinations.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma/GED plus Successful completion of a Medical Assistant training program.
  • Ability to perform point-of-care testing, draw and collect blood specimens, and prepare for laboratory processing.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least one (1) year of phlebotomy and MA experience.
  • BLS (CPR) Certification.

Additional Information

Responsibilities:

  • Researches physicians orders/accession orders within the Epic environment prior to submission to the clinical laboratory or appropriate processing center.
  • Collects/records patients data, acquires patient vital signs, and may utilize skills such as phlebotomy.
  • Performs additional skills such as EKG s and dressing changes.
  • Sets-up for and assists provider with procedures and examinations.
  • Administers approved medications per UAMS policy.
  • Manages patient appointment schedule by balancing medical needs with patients timetable.
  • Greets all patients/customers in professional and courteous manner upon arrival at clinic.
  • Performs patient registration/check-out, answer telephones, and other office administration duties as required.
  • Interacts with and assists the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed.
  • Demonstrates effective communication skills; communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary.
  • Coordinates appointments, referrals, consults, tests and/or procedures.
  • Check-in and registers patients, check-out and collects payments and issues receipts, verifies insurance coverage.
  • Responds appropriately to the requirements of third-party payers, requesting medical records and surgery scheduling.
  • Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments; follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines.
  • Assists internal and external stakeholders as needed with exceptional customer service.
  • May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

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

Optional Documents:

  • Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

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.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Adult Maltreatment, Annual TB Screening, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, 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.

Physical Activity Requirements:

  • Constant: Feeling, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking
  • Frequent: Grasping, Lifting, N/A, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Walking
  • Occasional: Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Stooping

Benefits Eligible: Yes