Ambulatory Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Lab Support

Optum; Fountain (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum is hiring a Medical Assistant to support clinicians in an ambulatory care setting at our Colorado Springs location. The role involves patient vitals, specimen collection, phlebotomy, and ensuring accurate documentation in EMR systems.

Strong PHI protection and the ability to work under supervision are essential. Requirements include a Medical Assistant program or relevant experience, a High School diploma or GED, and BLS certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist clinician with patient care under supervision.
• Take vitals and document patient information.
• Perform phlebotomy and process lab specimens.
• Maintain clean and organized examination areas and equipment.
• Document procedures thoroughly and accurately.
• Escort patients and manage patient flow.
• Protect patient PHI per HIPAA standards.
• Support with minor medical and surgical procedures as needed.
• Travel to OptumCare CO clinic locations as required.

Skills

PHI handling (HIPAA)

Bilingual English/Spanish

Ambulatory care awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program or relevant experience

Job description

Optum is hiring a Medical Assistant to support clinicians in an ambulatory care setting at our Colorado Springs location. The role involves patient vitals, specimen collection, phlebotomy, and ensuring accurate documentation in EMR systems.

Strong PHI protection and the ability to work under supervision are essential. Requirements include a Medical Assistant program or relevant experience, a High School diploma or GED, and BLS certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days.