Certified Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

UnitedHealth Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,957,000 - 83,097,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase plan

401k contribution

Job summary

WellMed, part of the Optum family, seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support patient care in a clinical setting. You will assist physicians and nursing staff, manage rooms, and ensure proper documentation and infection control.

Required: high school diploma or GED, MA certification (or within 180 days), BLS, medical terminology knowledge, and basic computer skills. TB screening and immunization proof are required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Current, nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification or the ability to obtain the certification within 180 days of employment.
• Current BLS certification for healthcare providers (written exam and in-person assessment) at time of hire or within 30 days of hire.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic computer literacy with intermediate Excel skills.
• Proven ability to stay calm and effective in emergencies.
• Proven good communication and customer service skills.
• Tuberculosis screening and immunity proof required.

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties within the scope of a Medical Assistant's practice and operates diagnostic equipment.
• Rooms patients for examination and prepares for care.
• Records patient care documentation accurately in the medical record.
• Coordinates patient care as directed by physicians and policies.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and respectful service.
• Organizes exam/treatment rooms and sterilizes equipment.
• Follows infection control precautions and gowning procedures.
• Screening intake information and supports delegation of orders.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Customer service

Calm under pressure

Computer literacy

ICD-10/coding knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certification or ability to obtain within 180 days

BLS certification for healthcare providers

Job description

WellMed, part of the Optum family, seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support patient care in a clinical setting. You will assist physicians and nursing staff, manage rooms, and ensure proper documentation and infection control.

Required: high school diploma or GED, MA certification (or within 180 days), BLS, medical terminology knowledge, and basic computer skills. TB screening and immunization proof are required.