Medical Assistant — Flexible Hours, Impactful Patient Care

UHC; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealthcare is seeking a Medical Assistant to support primary care teams in a patient-centered environment. You will assist physicians and nurse practitioners, perform routine patient care, educate patients, and help with self-management support while ensuring HIPAA and OSHA compliance.

The role requires standing for long periods, flexibility in hours, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient care and flow through the clinic.

Qualifications

• Current CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• 1+ years of clinic experience or related medical setting experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA/HIPAA compliance.
• Computer experience with EMR (training preferred).

Responsibilities

• Addresses whole patient needs across medical, psychosocial, behavioral, cultural and spiritual aspects.
• Involves patient and caregiver in decision making as appropriate.
• Facilitates communication among care team members.
• Provides patient care including assessment, pre-exam prep, patient education, and self-management support.
• Prepares EMR for visits and documents Telephone Encounters after triaged calls.
• Maintains cleanliness and stocking of exam rooms; assists with supplies and medications.
• Participates in clinic process improvements with Clinic Manager and Quality Manager.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

EMR skills

Tools

EMR system

Job description

UnitedHealthcare is seeking a Medical Assistant to support primary care teams in a patient-centered environment. You will assist physicians and nurse practitioners, perform routine patient care, educate patients, and help with self-management support while ensuring HIPAA and OSHA compliance.

The role requires standing for long periods, flexibility in hours, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient care and flow through the clinic.