Patient Care Assistant PCA (Peds)

Medical Associates of Northwest Arkansas; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Arkansas seeks a full-time PCA/CNA/RMA to assist with patient care in their clinic. The role involves taking vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and supporting physicians during procedures. Benefits include medical and dental coverage, paid time off, and training.

Benefits

Medical & dental benefits

401(K) match and profit sharing

Up to 21.5 paid days off

Employer paid life and disability benefits

Corporate discounts

One-on-one training and development

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs, direct patients to the proper exam room, and prepare patients for examinations.
• Assist physician with procedures as directed.
• Ensure Meaningful Use requirements are addressed during the check-in process.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

The Northwest Arkansas Pediatric Clinic is seeking a full time PCA/CNA/RMA, Monday-Friday 7:45am-5 pm (end time may vary). The PCA is responsible for directing patients to exam rooms plus obtaining vital signs and charting items in our EHR system. The position also involves assisting nurses and physicians as directed, perform rapid lab tests (urinalysis, hemoglobin, guaiac, strep/flu swabs, COVID rapid swabs, COVID PCR, etc.) and perform hearing/vision testing.

About Northwest Arkansas Pediatrics Northwest Arkansas Pediatrics, a MANA Clinic, is committed to providing excellent, compassionate care to children and their families. Our pediatricians and staff have 30 years of experience caring for children. Drs. Joe T. Robinson and Terry Payton founded the Northwest Arkansas Pediatric Clinic in 1983 to provide comprehensive care for children from infancy to adolescence. Today, NWAP has 20 board certified pediatricians on staff and locations in Fayetteville and Pinnacle Hills.

About MANA Medical Associates of Northwest Arkansas (MANA) is an independent physician group that includes family medicine, pediatrics, women’s health and an array of specialists and advanced health services. MANA clinics are independent, physician-owned practices. As a physician-owned practice, our physicians can focus on compassionate, quality, patient care, and retain the quality, personal clinic environment. Physicians make decisions that shape excellent patient care in our practices. By working together, MANA physicians can responsibly manage the costs associated with health care, improve our practice efficiencies, and enhance overall care for patients. Our mission is to improve the quality of life by providing compassionate, comprehensive, quality healthcare.What We OfferAt MANA, you will receive more than just pay. We offer various benefits that matter most to you. MANA team members are eligible to receive benefits on the first day following 60 days of continuous employment. Below are some of our various benefit offerings:

• Comprehensive Benefits –
  • Medical & dental
  • 401(K) match and profit sharing
  • Up to 21.5 paid days off (PDO, EID and Perfect Attendance benefits) & 6 days paid holidays; during your first year of employment
  • Employer paid life, long-term & short-term disability benefits
• Corporate Discounts: MANA has partnerships with various local and nationwide retailers to provide discounts to you; Dell, ATT, Verizon, and many more!
• One-On-One Training and Development: At time of hire with MANA, you will go through detailed training to ensure you are equipped with what you need for success in our clinics

How to ApplyTo apply for a position at any MANA Clinic, you must complete a MANA employment application. Applicants may list the position(s) they are interested in applying on the application and only need to complete one application. Applications are reviewed by the Human Resources Department at the MANA Administrative Office and are shared with the clinic managers. Applications are kept in our database for managers to review for six (6) months. MANA is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs, direct patients to proper exam/treatment room, and ensure all medications are up to date. Prepare patients for examinations and other procedures
• Assist physician with procedures as directed
• Make sure Meaningful Use requirements are addressed and met as appropriately delegated to the check in process
• Review daily schedules to ensure productive clinic flow; monitor charge tickets to reflect updates in insurance, patient demographics, etc.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED