Medical Assistant

Arkansas Children’s Hospital; Pine Bluff (AR); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 26.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Arkansas Children’s Hospital seeks a Medical Assistant for Pine Bluff Clinic, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm. The MA provides foundational clinical and administrative support under supervision, performing defined tasks to support safe pediatric care.

Completion of an accredited MA program or 1 year of MA experience is required, with a high school diploma or GED also acceptable. The role includes patient rooming, vital signs, immunizations, phlebotomy, EMR documentation, and adherence to infection

Formación

• 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).

Responsabilidades

• 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, following medication safety standards, pediatric protocols, and documentation requirements.
• Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection 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.

Conocimientos

Vital signs

Immunizations

Phlebotomy

EMR documentation

Infection prevention

Educación

MA program completion or 1 year MA experience

High school diploma or GED

Herramientas

EMR/EHR systems

Descripción del empleo

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 timeDepartment:CC015918 Pine Bluff ClinicSummary: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)Salary:Most new hires start between $15.30-$19.10 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.Additional Information:Pine Bluff ClinicMonday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pmRequirements: 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 MARequired Certifications:Recommended Certifications:Description1. Rooms patients and prepares them for examination, including obtaining vital signs, height/weight, and updating basic health information in the EHR.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. Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection (venous and capillary) as delegated and in accordance with laboratory, safety, and competency standards.4. Conducts point-of-care testing and clinic-based diagnostics as delegated, documenting and communicating results per workflow.5. Recognizes changes in patient condition and promptly notifies the licensed provider, supporting emergency response and patient safety protocols.6. Supports and maintains clinic flow by preparing exam rooms, managing supplies, and adhering to infection prevention standards.7. Accurately documents delegated clinical tasks, procedures, patient education reinforcement, and communications in EMR, including result note workflows, order support, secure messaging, and downtime procedures.8. Supports quality and population health initiatives and other clinic improvement efforts.9. Reinforces provider-directed patient instructions and distributes educational materials.10. Performs additional duties as assigned to support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care delivery.