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Closing Date:
05/18/2026
Type of Position:
Clinical Staff - Nursing
Job Type:
Regular
Day Shift (United States of America)
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.
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.
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Department:
ICE | MUSL | TOSH PreOp PACU
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
Shift: Monday-Friday. 8:00-4:30
The Patient Services Associate (PSA) is a specifically trained member of the unit-based care team who provides both clerical and patient care support to the Patient Management Team. The Patient Services Associate works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse or other licensed/certified health care disciplines on the unit and performs tasks and duties for which they possess the competency that do not require a licensed practitioner, professional judgment, or intervention. In the nursing support role, duties include assisting with bulk storage processing, peripheral stick collection, daily pod audits, blood culture processing, glucometer checks, serving as a preceptor for new Patient Care Technicians (PCTs), and assisting the charge nurse with other assigned duties. It is important that the PSA participates in the Unit-Based Counsel and serves as a strong role model/leader for the PCTs.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma/GED Plus 1 year of Patient Care in a health care setting.
Preferred Qualifications:
1 or more years of clerical or data entry experience preferred
BLS Required
Additional Information:
Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning, and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment, to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR), or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).
Responsibilities:
Assists patients with direct patient care.
Accepts direction from RN and team members and follows through on delegated patient care activities.
Provides appropriate grooming/oral hygiene and comfort measures and assists patients with mobility-related activities.
Accurately and promptly documents all patient care tasks, vital signs, ADL, wave tests, and I & O's per unit and department standards.
Obtains patient report and communicates with RN regarding patient care.
Informs the nurse of patient requests or complaints.
Carries out the Plan of Care for the patient using a Multidisciplinary Approach delegated by the Team Leader.
Communicates effectively with other team members to facilitate patient care.
Assists patients and visitors with information and/or solutions to problems.
Serves as a resource to support department members in the performance of duties.
Notifies appropriate staff of problems requiring prompt intervention.
Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
Transports patients to other areas of the hospital as directed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
Resume
Proof of Veteran Status
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact [email protected] 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:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Crouching, Standing
Occasional Physical Activity:
Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (2)