Medical Assistant Family Practice

Optum; Avon (IN); In loco; USD 22.000 - 40.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Excellent benefits within 30 days

PTO

Paid holidays

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Descrizione del lavoro

Optum is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care, support physicians, and coordinate with the care team to deliver seamless service. The role involves clinical tasks, specimen handling, and e-prescription prep within established policies.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED and 1+ year MA experience or national MA certification, with CPR/BLS preferred. Benefits include PTO, holidays, and 401(k).

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years as Medical Assistant in medical office, clinic or hospital OR national MA certification.
• Graduate of an accredited MA program preferred.
• Current CPR/BLS certification preferred.

Mansioni

• Demonstrates clinical competence in direct patient care and assists MDs with procedures.
• Performs clinical duties per CareMount Medical policies and standards.
• Proactively addresses patient and family needs; communicates needs timely.
• Directs patients to exam rooms promptly.
• Assists with exams and office diagnostics/treatments.
• Performs authorized procedures (vital signs, vision screening, selected labs).
• Prepares e-prescriptions for processing to pharmacies as instructed.
• Inspects and prepares instruments/equipment per guidelines.
• Processes specimens for transport to laboratory with proper labeling.

Conoscenze

Medical Assistant

Formazione

High School Diploma or GED

National MA Certification (NAHP/NCCT/AAMA/AMT/NHA)

Descrizione del lavoro

Excellent benefits within 30 days, PTO, paid holidays, 401K , tuition reimbursement and more!

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The role of the Medical Assistant is to provide care to patients/significant others via direct and/or telephone contact, following established standards and practices. S/he coordinates with other members of the care team to ensure seamless care delivery, maximal coordination of efforts, and active patient participation in planning and care. Assists physician or other provider with clinical procedures.

Primary Responsibilities

• Demonstrates clinical competence in the direct care of patients in established area(s) of practice, and assisting MDs with procedures
• Performs clinical duties within scope of practice complying with the accepted CareMount Medical and/or individual department standards, policies, and protocols
• Demonstrates a proactive approach to patient care, focusing on addressing each patient's individual and family needs at the time of service; communicates identified needs in a timely manner
• Directs and/or escorts patients to exam rooms in a timely manner
• Demonstrated clinical competence when assisting physician/mid-level healthcare professional and/or nurse during exams and office diagnostic procedures/treatments
• Performs authorized procedures competently (i.e. vital signs, vision screening, selected laboratory tests) as directed by physician or nurse in clinical practice area
• Seeks validation/guidance from physicians, mid-level healthcare professional and/or nurse when necessary
• Prepares e-prescriptions for processing to pharmacies when instructed to do so by physician per CareMount Medical policy
• Inspects, cleans/prepares and processes instruments/equipment according to manufacturers' or CareMount Medical guidelines
• Processes specimens for transport to laboratory, ensuring that specimens are properly labeled and appropriate orders have been placed in NextGen

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical office, clinic or hospital setting OR Nationally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification from one of the following agencies: NAHP, NCCT, AAMA, AMT, NHA

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program
• Current CPR / BLS certification

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $29.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.