University of Arkansas System

Medical Assistant – Cardiology Clinic

University of Arkansas System
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeLittle Rock • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite
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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care, including collecting medical histories, vital signs, and lab samples, while ensuring effective communication with healthcare providers. Maintains clinic operations through scheduling, patient registration, and adherence to safety protocols.

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Patient CareMedical Assistant TrainingVital Signs MonitoringECG CollectionInsurance Verification

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Collect and record patients’ medical history and vital signs
  • Collect ECGs and assist clinic physicians with orthostatic blood pressures
  • Prepare rooms before patient arrival and return rooms to working order after departure
  • Care for and maintain vital signs and ECG equipment
  • Maintain clinic supplies and communicate replacement needs
  • Communicate with providers and clinic RNs to support patient care and clinic operations
  • Provide direct patient care and collect lab samples
  • Communicate changes in patients’ conditions to nursing staff
  • Greet patients upon arrival
  • Schedule, register, and check out patients
  • Collect payments, issue receipts, and verify insurance coverage
  • Transport patients within the hospital as needed
  • Provide grooming, oral hygiene, comfort measures, and assistance with physical activities
  • Document patient care activities
  • Adhere to UAMS safety plans and safe work practices
  • Provide input on safety issues
  • Support department members and notify staff of problems requiring prompt intervention
  • Participate in continuing education and institutional advancement opportunities
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Completion of Medical Assistant training program
  • License or Certificate required as an application document
  • List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
  • Resume
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
  • Annual TB Screening
  • Criminal Background Check
  • Substance Abuse Testing
  • Ability to perform hearing, finger manipulation including keyboarding, sitting, standing, talking, and walking
  • Ability to perform feeling, grasping, sitting, lifting, pulling, and pushing

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Hard Skills
Medical History CollectionVital Signs MeasurementECG AssistanceLab Sample CollectionPatient RegistrationPayment ProcessingDocumentation of Patient CareSafety Protocol AdherenceRoom PreparationEquipment Maintenance
Soft Skills
CommunicationTeam SupportPatient InteractionProblem-SolvingAttention to Detail
Certifications & Qualifications
Medical Assistant License or Certificate
Industry Keywords
Patient CareClinic OperationsHealthcareUAMS Safety PlansContinuing EducationCriminal Background CheckSubstance Abuse TestingTB Screening