What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Services Associate - TOSH Inpatient position at University of Arkansas?
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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.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
- Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: 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
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 theApply link/button.
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 preference, or pregnancy. 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.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.
Department:ICE | MUSL | TOSH Inpatient
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Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED Plus 1 year of Patient Care Experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with EPIC system
- Call center experience
- Certified Nursing Assistant or Military Corpsman.
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology
- Intermediate proficiency with computers (MS Office Suite preferred)
- Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethic, and accountability.
- General knowledge of office machines, including printers and scanners.
- CPR Certified/Licensed.
- Experience in an ambulatory care setting
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Responsibilities:
- Prepares patient rooms for patients. Assists with medical procedures and examinations.
- Conducts patient interviews, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and performs phlebotomy.
- Performs EKG's.
- Researches and scribes for physicians if needed.
- Performs administrative tasks.
- They will also be cross-trained as an IA, the face of the nursing unit who greets each guest, makes them feel welcome, and keeps them informed.
- Maintains order on the unit by routing new orders and consults.
- Answers call lights.
- Meets the unit's paging needs.
- Monitors and meets patient needs, helping ensure patient flow through the unit is seamless.
- Performs admission and discharge duties, reconciles and enters patient charges, performs data entry, helps with stocking/ cleaning, and does telemetry and video monitoring.
- Responsible and accountable for the tone of the nursing unit.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
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Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://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.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Salary : $50,000