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You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page. Closing Date: 10/28/2026 Type of Position: Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration Job Type: Regular Work
Day 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. 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.
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Department: ICE | PCPHSL Tobacco Cessation Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: The Tobacco Cessation Interventionist provides Tobacco Cessation Counselling, Follow-up, Clinical Engagement, and Program Services Promotion. Provides individual or group tobacco cessation support and pharmacological advice in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control Tobacco Cessation Guidelines to patients, family members, and UAMS staff and students who want to stop tobacco product use.
Bachelor’s degree in healthcare education or related field OR a High School Diploma/GED plus 5 years of relevant experience
CMA, CNA, PCA Certification with a minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience. Additional Information:
Provides individual or group tobacco cessation support and pharmacological advice in accordance with the Centers of Disease Control Tobacco Cessation Guidelines to patients, family members and UAMS staff and students who want to stop tobacco product use. Provides regular follow up (face to face, telephone, My Chart and telehealth) to clients committed to tobacco cessation. Responds to client’s phone calls and requests for information within 3 business days.
Documents all client interactions in patients EMR. Interacts directly with clinical team to ensure tobacco history is documented and cessation services are provided to patients. Keeps Healthcare Providers apprised of patient cessation efforts and outcomes.
Maintains and analyzes outcome data to identify opportunities for program growth and improvement. Assists Clinical teams with goals related to Tobacco. Improves UAMS and community awareness of tobacco cessation opportunities.
Promotes tobacco cessation programs and services to clinics and other groups via face to face outreach, production/display of advertising materials, and other promotional initiatives. Promotes tobacco cessation efforts of employees by regularly engaging with UAMS staff members. Explores opportunities for tobacco cessation grant funding and assists with proposal submissions.
Provides tobacco cessation 2A’s + R trainings and cessation updates for clinical staff interfacing with patients who use tobacco/nicotine products. Promotes Tobacco Treatment Specialist certification, Brief Tobacco Intervention course, Dimensions: Tobacco Free Advanced Techniques Program and other training opportunities for clinical staff wishing to increase tobacco cessation knowledge and counseling skills. Provides support to existing and newly trained staff in the everyday provision of the tobacco cessation services through regular communication, including face to face visits.
Salary Information: Commensurate with education and exp Required Documents to Apply: List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), 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
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, Standing, Talking, Walking Frequent Physical Activity: Grasping, Reaching, Stooping Occasional Physical Activity: Balancing, Crouching, Pulling, Pushing Benefits Eligible: Yes