Medical Assistant, Family Practice | Sign-On Bonus

Optum; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits within 30 days

PTO

Paid holidays

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Optum is hiring a Medical Assistant to provide care to patients and coordinate with the care team. You will assist physicians and other providers with clinical procedures, perform routine duties, and participate in accurate documentation. The role emphasizes patient-centered care and seamless care delivery.

The position supports professional development and offers a variety of benefits, with pay between $16.00 and $29.00 per hour depending on experience and local market factors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ year experience as Medical Assistant in a medical office, clinic or hospital setting or national certification from NAHP/NCCT/AAMA/AMT/NHA.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates clinical competence in direct patient care and assists physicians with procedures.
• Performs clinical duties within department standards and protocols.
• Proactively addresses patient and family needs and communicates needs promptly.
• Directs patients to exam rooms in a timely manner.
• Assists physicians/nurses during exams and diagnostic procedures.
• Prepares e-prescriptions for processing to pharmacies as directed.
• Cleans, inspects and processes instruments/equipment per guidelines.
• Prepares specimens for transport to laboratory and ensures correct labeling.

Skills

Clinical procedures

Patient care

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate of accredited medical assistant program

CPR / BLS certification

Job description

Optum is hiring a Medical Assistant to provide care to patients and coordinate with the care team. You will assist physicians and other providers with clinical procedures, perform routine duties, and participate in accurate documentation. The role emphasizes patient-centered care and seamless care delivery.

The position supports professional development and offers a variety of benefits, with pay between $16.00 and $29.00 per hour depending on experience and local market factors.