Float Medical Assistant — Sign-On Bonus, PTO & Travel

UnitedHealth Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,847,000 - 83,097,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Mileage reimbursement

18 days PTO & holidays

MA certification fee reimbursement

401K plan

Job summary

WellMed, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in clinic settings in Texas. The MA works under a provider’s supervision, collects specimens, administers non-intravenous meds, and helps ensure infection control and privacy standards are followed.

Strong communication and customer service skills are essential. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, MA certification (or within 180 days), BLS, and basic computer literacy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification or ability to obtain within 180 days.
• BLS certification for healthcare providers required at hire or within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Performs Medical Assistant duties under supervision.
• Operates diagnostic equipment and prepares patient for exams.
• Records patient care data accurately in medical records.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Emergency response

Medical terminology

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

MA certification

BLS certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

WellMed, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in clinic settings in Texas. The MA works under a provider’s supervision, collects specimens, administers non-intravenous meds, and helps ensure infection control and privacy standards are followed.

Strong communication and customer service skills are essential. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, MA certification (or within 180 days), BLS, and basic computer literacy.