Medical Assistant — Caring, Tech-Enabled Patient Care

Optum; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians in an ambulatory care setting. The role includes patient check-in, vital signs, phlebotomy, and assisting with procedures under supervision. Travel to various OptumCare CO clinic locations may be required.

The ideal candidate has a Medical Assistant program, a High School diploma or GED, BLS certification, and at least 1 year of ambulatory care experience. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, with EMR experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program, or relevant experience.
• BLS certification or willing to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• 1+ years of ambulatory care experience as a Medical Assistant/EMT.
• EMR experience.
• Experience in primary or specialty care.
• Bilingual English and Spanish.
• Willing to travel to OptumCare CO clinic locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians with procedures and vital signs.
• Escort patients to exam rooms and services as needed.
• Document procedures and maintain accurate records.
• Maintain exam and treatment areas and equipment.
• Perform phlebotomy and process lab specimens when required.
• Protect PHI and comply with HIPAA standards.

Skills

Bilingual English & Spanish

Ambulatory care experience

HIPAA & PHI awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program

BLS certification

Tools

EMR experience

Job description

Optum is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians in an ambulatory care setting. The role includes patient check-in, vital signs, phlebotomy, and assisting with procedures under supervision. Travel to various OptumCare CO clinic locations may be required.

The ideal candidate has a Medical Assistant program, a High School diploma or GED, BLS certification, and at least 1 year of ambulatory care experience. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, with EMR experience preferred.