• Job Description

  Req#: R0082113

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  Closing Date:

  03/11/2026

  
  Type of Position:

  Management - Operations

  
  Job Type:

  Regular

  
  Work Shift:

  Day Shift (United States of America)

  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.
  

  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 the Apply 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 orientation, 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 | SUSL Clinics A

  
  Department's Website:

  
  Summary of Job Duties:

  The Program Administrator is primarily responsible for meticulous data collection, management, and submission to the MBSAQIP Registry to maintain program accreditation and drive quality improvement initiatives. Additionally, the role provides patient navigation services, guiding patients through the surgical journey from initial consultation through long-term follow-up. The position requires collaboration with surgeons, advanced practice providers, dietitians, behavioral health specialists, researchers, and administrative teams to optimize patient outcomes, ensure accurate data reporting, and maintain regulatory compliance. This role cannot involve direct clinical charting or order entry but serves as a critical bridge between data integrity and patient support.

  
  Qualifications:

  Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, nursing, social work, public health, business administration, or a related field, PLUS four (4) years of experience in a related setting OR a High School Diploma plus eight (8) years of experience in a related setting

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Clinical chart review and abstraction experience

  • Experience in bariatric surgery, weight‑management programs, or chronic disease management

  • Familiarity with insurance authorization processes

  • Experience in an academic medical center or research‑oriented environment

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of medical terminology, basic anatomy, physiology, and disease process is required

  • Knowledge and comfort with Microsoft Office products is essential for success in this position (Word and Excel experience is required; PowerPoint experience strongly preferred)

  • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations and multidisciplinary teams

  • Ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations and multidisciplinary teams

  
  Additional Information:

  Responsibilities:

  • Identify 100 percent of metabolic and bariatric surgery patients for inclusion in the MBSAQIP Registry

  • Collect preoperative, intraoperative, 30-day postoperative, and long-term follow-up data through effective utilization of hospital medical record systems and coordination with the surgeon's office staff

  • Ensure accurate, complete, and timely data entry into the MBSAQIP Registry within prescribed assessment and data entry timeframes

  • Make attempts to capture 30-day and long-term follow-up data as outlined in MBSAQIP standards, including direct patient contact when necessary

  • Track health information through various sources, including medical records, surgery clinics, and direct patient contact, to ensure complete data capture

  • Identify streamlining and process improvement opportunities in the data collection process

  • Utilize software applications for data collection, entry, analysis, and report generation

  • Fulfill requests for outcomes data and reports to the MBS Committee, quality management, infection control, and administration

  • Participate in data compilation for audits, accreditation, and site visits

  • Serve as an administrative point of contact for bariatric surgery patients, providing program information and guidance on the surgical pathway

  • Share educational materials and program information regarding bariatric procedures, preoperative requirements, and postoperative expectations

  • Facilitate scheduling and coordination between multidisciplinary team members to support timely progression through the surgical pathway

  • Conduct outreach communications to track patient progress through the surgical pathway and support data capture efforts for registry compliance

  • Document patient progress and program completion milestones for tracking and registry purposes

  • Provide information regarding insurance requirements, coverage criteria, and documentation processes for bariatric procedures

  • Partner with financial counselors and authorization teams to ensure timely submission of required materials

  • Assist in gathering medical records, supervised weight‑loss documentation, and insurer‑mandated forms

  • Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives to identify opportunities for clinical improvement

  • Establish effective working relationships with hospital staff in surgery, medicine, nursing, medical records, and information systems departments

  • Collaborate with individual bariatric surgeon office staff for successful program management and data collection

  • Serve as an educational resource on MBSAQIP Registry requirements for internal and external audiences by developing educational materials and delivering presentations

  • Collaborate with academic faculty and research teams to support data collection, patient recruitment, and compliance with study protocols

  • Track key performance indicators and assist with continuous quality improvement projects

  • May perform other duties as assigned

  
  Salary Information:

  Commensurate with education and experience

  
  Required Documents to Apply:

  License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), 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:

  N/A

  
  Frequent Physical Activity:

  Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

  
  Occasional Physical Activity:

  N/A

  
  Benefits Eligible:

  Yes

• About the company

  The University of Arkansas is a public land-grant, research university in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

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