Compassionate Primary Care Medical Assistant

UHC; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k

Stock purchase program

Incentive programs

Job summary

UnitedHealthcare is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide quality clinical support in a busy primary care setting in Kenner, LA. You will assist physicians and nurse practitioners, perform routine patient care, educate patients, and support self-management while maintaining EMR readiness and adhering to HIPAA and OSHA regulations.

The role requires CPR/AED certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days), 1+ year clinic experience, and EMR proficiency.

Qualifications

• CPR/AED certification required or must obtain within 30 days.
• 1+ year clinic experience in a medical setting.
• Knowledge of OSHA/HIPAA compliance.
• Computer experience with EMR training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Addresses the total patient needs including medical, psychosocial, behavioral, cultural and spiritual aspects.
• Involves patient and caregiver in decision making; facilitates communication among care team.
• Provide clinical support to physicians and nurses and assist with procedures.
• Educate patients and support self-management; implement physician orders and referrals.
• Escort patients to exam rooms and ensure EMR readiness for visits.
• Triage calls and document Telephone Encounters in the EMR.
• Maintain clean and stocked patient care areas; assist with supply management.
• Support clinic processes with the Clinic Manager and Quality Manager.
• Maintain competency of clinical skills and participate in ongoing education.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Multi-tasking

EMR skills

Professionalism

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Flexibility

Compassion

Work ethic

Dependability

Education

Medical Assistant certification

Tools

EMR

Job description

UnitedHealthcare is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide quality clinical support in a busy primary care setting in Kenner, LA. You will assist physicians and nurse practitioners, perform routine patient care, educate patients, and support self-management while maintaining EMR readiness and adhering to HIPAA and OSHA regulations.

The role requires CPR/AED certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days), 1+ year clinic experience, and EMR proficiency.