Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support
Assists physicians in the application and management of casts and braces, provides instruction and assistance to resident physicians in cast, splint, and brace application, gives instruction on proper care of casts, braces, etc. to patients. Also provides instructions to rotating medical students, and assists with orders and maintains an adequate stock of orthopedic supplies.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED plus one (1) year of direct patient care experience
Perferred Qualifications:
- Medical Assistant or Orthopedic Tech experience
Responsibilities:
- Provides professional and competent assistance to physicians with the application and management of casts for orthopedic patients.
- Educates patients regarding casts, splints, or braces following application.
- Collects and records patients' medical history and acquires patient vital signs. Advises patients regarding treatment, medication, and specific physician instructions.
- Collects lab samples and completes documentation for submission to lab.
- Monitors inventory of and obtains necessary supplies and/or equipment for patient care in orthopedic unit.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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
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
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
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: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity: Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping
Benefits Eligible: Yes