Patient Services Associate Family Medicine Center
Company: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Location: Little Rock
Posted on: March 19, 2023
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Type of Position:
Clinical Staff - Nursing
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique
combination of education, research, and clinical programs that
encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a
collaborative health care organization, focused on improving
patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
The safety of our team members at the University of Arkansas for
Medical Sciences is our top priority. For this reason, successful
applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against
Covid-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption on file
with our Student & Employee Health Services dept. UAMS will adhere
to all federal, state and local regulations and will obtain
necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure
compliance.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits
eligible positions only):
Below you will find the details for the position including any
supplementary documentation and questions you should review before
applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click
the Apply link/button.
UAMS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of
individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is
committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for
any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone
at (501) 686-6432 and let us know the nature of your request. We
will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a
reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will
accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a
reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA).
At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Visit our website
to learn more: https://ddei.uams.edu/
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a
job posting, please contact Human Resources at
askrecruitment@uams.edu.
Department:
ICE - IMSL Family Medicine Center
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
POSITION SUMMARY
Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift - 0715 - 1545
The Patient Services Associate (PSA) is a specifically trained
member of the clinic care team who provides both clerical and
patient care support to the Family Medicine Clinic. The Family
Medicine Clinic provides primary care in a patient centered medical
home environment. The PSA works under the direct supervision of the
Clinical Services Manager (CSM) and under the direction of the RN;
performs tasks and duties for which they possess competency,
including blood draws and POCT quality controls. In the clerical
support role, duties include assisting with ordering and stocking
supplies, copying patient care documents, and courier duties.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (list primary functions of the position with
the percent of time generally allocated to each; percent of time
must equal 100%)
Standard Duty Areas: List the percent of time generally allocated
to each of these primary job functions.
Performs Role of Patient Services Associate
---Acquires initial and ongoing competencies for clinical care and
clerical components
---Assists the care team in providing efficient, effective patient
care
---Demonstrates competency in obtaining, maintaining and using
equipment necessary for patient care and clerical support
---Documents care given according to standards
Guest Relations
---Uses appropriate written and verbal communication
---Respects patient's privacy and confidentiality
---Takes a proactive approach towards assisting patients, visitors
and other staff
---Adheres to departmental attendance standards and responds to
unit staffing needs
Safety and Emergency Preparedness
---Adheres to UAMS safety plan
---Complies with safety instructions and observes safe work
practices
---Provides input on safety issues
---May be exposed to cleaning agents, blood and body fluids. May be
exposed to infectious and contagious diseases
Institutional /Professional standards
---Adheres to UAMS Code of Conduct
---Adheres to Clinical Programs and Departmental policies and dress
code standards
---Works effectively with team/work groups to fulfill UAMS
mission
---Should be familiar with, and able to access the online policies
for UAMS and Nursing Service
Process Improvement
---Participates in ongoing hospital performance assessment and
process improvement
Professional Growth
Participates in continuing education, professional/ institutional
advancement opportunities
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High school diploma/GED Plus 1 year Patient Care in a health care
setting.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to accept
and follow written and verbal instructions, ability to communicate
following Guest Care guidelines.
Successful completion of the UAMS PCT and PSC courses
Additional Information:
Constant Physical Activity:
Hear, Read, Concentrate, Think Analytically,
Frequent Physical Activity:
Stand
Occasional Physical Activity:
Bend, sit, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead
Lift/Carry Weight: 11 - 25 Lbs. or more
Push/Pull Weight: 100 Lbs. or more
Physical Environment: Inside medical Facility
Noise Level: Moderate
Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far
visual acuity
Near visual acuity
Hazards:
Biological, Dust, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp
objects/tools
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
List of three Professional References (name, email, business
title), Resume
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related
questions.
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.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse
Testing
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal
background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A
criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not
disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal
history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities
and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports
will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner
consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity:
Balancing, Feeling, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers,
including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Repetitive Motion, Sharps,
Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Balancing, Grasping, Hearing, Lifting, Manipulate items with
fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sharps,
Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Climbing, Crawling, Crouching
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
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