Medical Assistant - Capitol Mall Clinic; M-F

Medical Assistant - Capitol Mall Clinic (M-F)

Closing Date: 02/09/2026
Type of Position:
Clinical Staff - Nursing
Job Type: Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. This Medical Assistant position is a full‑time, day‑shift clinical role at the Capitol Mall Clinic.

Summary of

Job Duties:

The Medical Assistant is responsible for setting up and assisting the provider with medical procedures and examinations. The Medical Assistant interviews patients, records their medical history, and records vital signs such as blood pressure and weight.

Responsibilities:

• Provides direct patient care by acquiring medical history, vital signs, and lab samples.
• Communicates with nursing staff regarding changes in patients' conditions and maintains an adequate supply of supplies required for patient care.
• Greets patients upon arrival at the clinic.
• Schedules, registers, and checks out patients.
• Collects payments, issues receipts, and verifies insurance coverage.
• Transports patients to other areas of the hospital, as needed.
• Provides appropriate grooming/oral hygiene and comfort measures and assists patients with physical activities.
• Documents all patient care activities.
• Adheres to the UAMS safety plan.
• Complies with safety instructions and observes safe work practices.
• Provides input on safety issues.
• Serves as a resource to support department members in the performance of their duties.
• Notifies appropriate staff members of problems requiring prompt intervention.
• Participates in continuing education and professional/institutional advancement opportunities.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED PLUS Completion of Medical Assistant training from an accredited program.
• Ability to perform point‑of‑care testing, draw and collect blood specimens, and prepare for laboratory processing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of one (1) year of phlebotomy and/or Medical Assistant experience.
• BLS (CPR) Certification.
• Two (2) years of experience in an ambulatory care setting.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

• List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
• Resume

Optional Documents:

• License or Certificate (as indicated in special instructions)
• Proof of Veteran Status

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about this job posting, please contact Human Resources at ask recruitment.