Medical Assistant

Arkansas Children's; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children’s Pediatrics - LR is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide foundational clinical and administrative support in pediatric clinics. The role involves assisting licensed providers, vaccinating under supervision, venipuncture, basic diagnostics, and EMR documentation.

Mon-Fri 8a-4:30p, safety-sensitive, with hourly pay starting around $15.30–$19.10 depending on experience. Requires completion of an accredited MA program (or 1 year MA experience) and a HS diploma/GED.

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited medical assistant program (or 1 year MA work experience may be substituted in lieu of education).
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Responsibilities

• Rooms patients and prepares them for examination, including obtaining vital signs, height/weight, and updating basic health information in the EMR.
• Administers medications and immunizations under provider order and within delegated scope of practice.
• Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection (venous and capillary) as delegated.
• Conducts point-of-care testing and clinic-based diagnostics as delegated, documenting and communicating results.
• Recognizes changes in patient condition and promptly notifies the licensed provider, supporting emergency response and patient safety protocols.
• Supports and maintains clinic flow by preparing exam rooms, managing supplies, and adhering to infection prevention standards.
• Accurately documents delegated clinical tasks, procedures, patient education reinforcement, and communications in EMR.
• Supports quality and population health initiatives and other clinic improvement efforts.
• Reinforces provider-directed patient instructions and distributes educational materials.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care delivery.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Immunizations

EMR documentation

Vital signs

Patient education

Clinic workflow

Education

Medical Assistant program

HS diploma/GED

Tools

EMR/EHR system

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.

Time Type

Full time

Department

CC015041 Arkansas Children's Pediatrics - LR

Summary

Arkansas Children's Pediatrics Clinic (Primary Care) - Mon-Fri 8a-4:30p

Salary

Most new hires start between $15.30-$19.10 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

The Medical Assistant (MA) provides foundational 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 MA supports safe, efficient, and family-centered pediatric care. This entry-level role performs defined clinical tasks within established protocols while building competencies that may support future certification and expanded responsibilities.

Required Education

Completion of accredited medical assistant program (or 1 year MA work experience may be substituted in lieu of education), High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Recommended Work Experience

Related Field - 1 year healthcare or related setting as MA

Description

• Rooms patients and prepares them for examination, including obtaining vital signs, height/weight, and updating basic health information in the EHR.
• Administers medications and immunizations (including vaccines) under provider order and within delegated scope of practice, following medication safety standards, pediatric protocols, and documentation requirements.
• Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection (venous and capillary) as delegated and in accordance with laboratory, safety, and competency standards.
• Conducts point-of-care testing and clinic-based diagnostics as delegated, documenting and communicating results per workflow.
• Recognizes changes in patient condition and promptly notifies the licensed provider, supporting emergency response and patient safety protocols.
• Supports and maintains clinic flow by preparing exam rooms, managing supplies, and adhering to infection prevention standards.
• Accurately documents delegated clinical tasks, procedures, patient education reinforcement, and communications in EMR, including result note workflows, order support, secure messaging, and downtime procedures.
• Supports quality and population health initiatives and other clinic improvement efforts.
• Reinforces provider-directed patient instructions and distributes educational materials.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care delivery.