Medical Assistant

Arkansas Children's; Pine Bluff (AR); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 26 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Arkansas Children's in Pine Bluff is hiring a Medical Assistant in a full-time role. The position supports pediatric clinics with clinical and administrative tasks under provider supervision.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited MA program (or 1 year MA experience in lieu of education) and a high school diploma or GED. Most hires start near the posted hourly range of $15.30 to $19.10, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited medical assistant program (or 1 year MA work experience in lieu).
• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year healthcare or related MA experience accepted in lieu of education.

Responsabilités

• Rooms patients and prepares them for examination, including vitals and basic health information.
• Administers medications and vaccines under provider order and within scope.
• Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection as delegated.
• Conducts point-of-care testing and in-clinic diagnostics as delegated.
• Notifies provider of changes in patient condition to support safety.
• Maintains clinic flow by preparing rooms and managing supplies.
• Documents delegated tasks and patient education in the EMR.
• Supports quality and population health initiatives.
• Distributes educational materials to patients and families.
• Performs additional duties to ensure safe, high-quality care.

Formation

Accredited medical assistant program

High school diploma or GED

1 year MA work experience in lieu of education

Description du poste

Open Full-time 15.30–19.10 USD per hour as stated in the posting

Open — Arkansas Children's has a posting for this job. Posted 27 Oct 2026.

This posting

Posted 27 Oct 2026 · Full-time · 15.30–19.10 USD per hour as stated in the posting

About this job

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.

CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account (https://www.myworkday.com/archildrens/)and search the "Find Jobs" report.

Work Shift:

Please see job description for details.

Time Type:

Full time

Summary:

Pine Bluff Clinic - Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm - Requirements: graduation from an accredited MA school (or 1 year of MA work experience in lieu of education)

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

Additional Information:

• Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
• Requirements: graduation from an accredited MA school (or 1 year of MA work experience in lieu of education)

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 Education:

Required Work Experience:

Recommended Work Experience:

Related Field - 1 year healthcare or related setting as MA

Required Certifications:

Recommended Certifications:

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.