Ambulatory Medical Assistant - Growth & Benefits

Optum; Falcon (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians and perform patient care tasks under supervision. The role includes minor procedures, vital signs, phlebotomy, and a range of clerical duties to ensure safe, efficient patient care.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, completion of a Medical Assistant program (or relevant experience), and BLS certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Completion of Medical Assistant program, or relevant experience.
• BLS certification or willing to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinician with minor medical and surgical procedures.
• Obtain, record, and report vital signs and patient information.
• Maintain and clean exam and treatment areas, specimen processing areas, and medical equipment.
• Complete or assist with the completion of appropriate forms and documentation.
• Perform phlebotomy and processing of lab specimens as appropriate.
• Protect patients' PHI under HIPAA standards.
• Escort patients from waiting area to exam rooms and to ancillary services as needed.

Skills

PHI handling

Vital signs

Clinical procedures

Patient escorting

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

UnitedHealth Group in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians and perform patient care tasks under supervision. The role includes minor procedures, vital signs, phlebotomy, and a range of clerical duties to ensure safe, efficient patient care.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, completion of a Medical Assistant program (or relevant experience), and BLS certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days.