Certified Nursing Assistant/Medical Assistant

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Medical Assistant (MA) works under the direct supervision of licensed nurses or medical providers to administer direct patient care- either in person or through telehealth- and assist with the flow of patients in the GYN/women's clinic. The job duties for this position include but are not limited to obtaining patient history, vitals and other screening procedures to prepare patients for exams and procedures; assisting medical providers; obtaining specimens/performing point of care laboratory tests; and other duties as assigned.

This position holds significant responsibility as a “remote essential” role. In challenging situations such as inclement weather or emergencies, when the Pat Walker Health Center or campus needs to close, our dedicated team of medical professionals will be on standby to serve our campus community’s needs through telehealth if deemed appropriate for the patient’s complaint.

The decision to conduct telehealth evaluations will depend on various factors, including the nature of the medical issue (in compliance with Arkansas State Medical Board regulations), patient preference, and the availability of resources. Our primary goal is to ensure that the UA community has access to quality healthcare even during unexpected closures.

To be fully prepared for such events, all staff members must take their UA issued laptops home nightly during the work week and each weekend. This way, they can readily assist with patient access and telehealth services if the medical clinics are unexpectedly closed during the following business day. By functioning cohesively as a team, our medical units will ensure that adequate medical care remains accessible to our UA community with each team member sharing this responsibility equally.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

For Certified Nursing Assistant/Medical Assistant I

The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma and;

At least six months of experience providing personal care to patients in a facility, home, or private services organization or working in a direct customer service role

OR

The formal education equivalent of a diploma from an approved Certified Nursing Assistant program and;

Must be certified as a Certified Nursing Assistant or eligible to become certified within six months of employment

For Certified Nursing Assistant/Medical Assistant II

All of the above qualification and;

Certification, including but not limited to that of Limited License Technologist (LLT) x-ray technician, and/or specialized training in areas of healthcare such as college health, primary care, urgent care, or GYN/Women’s Health, etc., beyond basic Certified Nursing Assistant and/or Medical Assistant certifications that are relevant to the roles and responsibilities of the daily job duties of the position

Preferred Qualifications:

Medical Assistant Training

Registered Medical Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant

At least one year of experience in gynecological health

Outpatient clinic experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs):

Must have effective communication skills and be able to function as a member of a team

Ability to assist medical providers with set up for office procedures

Ability to perform CLIA waived lab tests

Proficient ability to obtain vital signs including manual blood pressure readings, patient history, and navigating electronic medical records

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$36,300 - $39,930

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Leslie Adams

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, 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.

Constant Physical Activity:

Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Sharps, Sitting, Standing

Occasional Physical Activity:

Kneeling, Lifting, Reaching

Benefits Eligible:

Yes