Certified MA

archildrens; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children's is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for the Growth & Development Clinic. This full-time, day-shift role supports pediatric care, patient intake, vitals, immunizations, and phlebotomy under licensed supervision.

The CMA partners with providers, nurses, and the care team to ensure safe, high-quality pediatric care, accurate documentation in Epic, and adherence to clinic workflows and vaccine programs.

Qualifications

• Requires graduation from an accredited MA program and national MA certification/registration.
• 1 year healthcare or related setting as MA is preferred.
• Mobile vaccination and pediatric care support are included in duties.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive pediatric clinical support including patient intake and vital signs.
• Administers medications and immunizations under provider supervision.
• Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection as delegated.
• Conducts point-of-care testing and clinic-based diagnostics as delegated.
• Recognizes changes in patient condition and notifies the licensed provider.
• Maintains Epic documentation and clinical workflows.
• Contributes to quality improvement and patient safety.
• Educates patients and families to promote understanding and engagement.
• Supports clinic flow and infection prevention standards.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support safe, efficient care delivery.

Skills

Vital signs

Immunizations

Phlebotomy

EHR documentation (Epic)

Patient education

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.

This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

Work Shift

Day Shift

Time Type

Full time

Department

CC015137 Growth and Development Clinic

Summary

Growth & Development Clinic - Mon-Fri 8:30a-5p - Requirements: graduation from an accredited MA program & national MA certification/registration required

Salary

Most new hires start between $17.20-$21.50 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Additional Information

Growth & Development Clinic
Mon-Fri 8:30a-5p
Requirements: Graduation from an accredited MA program & national MA certification/registration required

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED and completion of accredited medical assistant program

Recommended Education

Recommended Education has not been provided.

Required Work Experience

Required Work Experience has not been provided.

Recommended Work Experience

Related Field - 1 year healthcare or related setting as MA

Required Certifications

1 of the following certifications is required -

Recommended Certifications

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) - Unknown Issuer, Registered Medical Assistant - Unknown Issuer

The Registered/Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) provides advanced clinical and administrative support within Arkansas Children's primary and specialty ambulatory clinics. Working under the direct supervision and delegation of a licensed provider, the CMA partners with providers, nurses, and the interdisciplinary care team to deliver safe, high-quality pediatric care. This role performs a broader scope of delegated clinical functions and supports quality, safety, and operational excellence across the clinic environment.

1. 1. Provides comprehensive pediatric clinical support, including patient intake, vital signs, growth assessment, and accurate EHR documentation.
2. 2. Administers medications and immunizations (including vaccines) under provider order and within delegated scope of practice, following medication safety standards, pediatric protocols, and documentation requirements.
3. 3. Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection (venous and capillary) as delegated and in accordance with laboratory, safety, and competency standards.
4. 4. Conducts point-of-care testing and clinic-based diagnostics as delegated, documenting and communicating results per workflow.
5. 5. Recognizes changes in patient condition and promptly notifies the licensed provider, supporting emergency response and patient safety protocols.
6. 6. Maintains accurate and complete documentation in Epic, including clinical procedures, patient education, order workflows, secure messaging, result note workflows, and downtime processes.
7. 7. Contributes to quality improvement and population health initiatives, including Vaccines for Children (VFC), Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH), and other performance programs.
8. 8. Provides patient and family education as directed, using effective communication strategies to promote understanding, engagement, and family-centered care.
9. 9. Supports clinic flow, infection prevention standards, and operational efficiency.
10. 10. Performs additional duties as assigned to support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care delivery.

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