Medical Assistant Family Practice

Jobtome; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide care to patients and coordinate with the care team. You will assist physicians with procedures, perform routine clinical tasks, and help ensure smooth patient flow and safety in a busy clinic setting.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, adherence to standards, and collaboration with nurses and other professionals to optimize care delivery. An established certification and CPR/BLS are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of MA experience in a medical office, clinic or hospital setting OR certification from NAHP/NCCT/AAMA/AMT/NHA.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program.
• Current CPR / BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates clinical competence in direct patient care and assists MDs with procedures.
• Performs clinical duties within department standards and protocols.
• Proactively address patient and family needs during service and communicate identified needs promptly.
• Directs patients to exam rooms in a timely manner.
• Assists physician or mid-level healthcare professionals during exams and procedures.
• Performs authorized procedures (vital signs, vision screening, labs) as directed.
• Seeks guidance from physicians or nurses when needed.
• Prepares e-prescriptions for processing to pharmacies as instructed.
• Inspects and prepares instruments/equipment per guidelines.
• Processes specimens for transport to lab with proper labeling and orders in NextGen.

Skills

Clinical care

Patient coordination

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

National Medical Assistant Certification (NAHP/NCCT/AAMA/AMT/NHA)

Tools

NextGen EHR

Job description

Sign On Bonus For External CandidatesExcellent 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 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 identifiedneeds 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 policy
• Inspects, cleans/prepares and processes instruments/equipment according to manufacturers' or 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, NHAPreferred Qualifications:
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program
• Current CPR / BLS certification

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.