Medical Assistant Float - Same Day Services - ReadyMed

Optum; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 45,846,528 - 83,096,832; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Optum's Reliant Medical Group in Worcester, MA is seeking a Medical Assistant for the ReadyMed Same Day Services to support pediatric through geriatric patients, per diem schedule. You will assist with vital signs, specimen collection, room preparation, and clerical tasks in a fast-paced urgent care setting.

Qualified candidates will have Medical Assistant training and BLS/CPR certification, with the preferred credential of CMA. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Education or on the job training as a Medical Assistant.
• Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS-CPR) or completed within 90 days of date of hire for positions in direct patient care areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients; assist in examining and treating patients by taking and recording vital signs.
• Assist physician and others with simple to moderate clinical/diagnostic procedures such as urine cultures, pregnancy tests, throat cultures, etc.
• Prepare treatment rooms.
• Perform a variety of clerical functions to support office functions.
• Perform related duties to facilitate the efficient utilization of computer-based information.

Skills

Medical assisting

BLS/CPR

Education

Medical Assistant program or equivalent

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Job Description

Medical Assistant Float - Same Day Services - ReadyMed (2373709)

Medical Assistant Float - Same Day Services - ReadyMed - 2373709

Employer

Reliant Medical Group part of Optum is seeking a Medical Assistant for our Worcester ReadyMed Plus location

Hours and Location

Hours: Per Diem
Location: Worcester, MA- Leominster, Auburn, Hudson, and Natick, MA (depending on department need).
Type of Practice: Same Day Services (Urgent Care)

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide care to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Assist in the examination and treatment of patients by taking and recording vital signs such as blood pressures, temperatures, height, weight, etc.
• Assist physician and others with simple to moderate clinical/diagnostic procedures such as urine cultures, pregnancy tests, throat cultures, etc.
• Prepare treatment rooms
• Perform a variety of clerical functions to support office functions
• Perform related duties to facilitate the efficient utilization of computer-based information

Required Qualifications

• Education or on the job training as an Medical Assistant
• Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS-CPR) or completed within 90 days of date of hire for positions in direct patient care areas

Preferred Qualification

• Certified Medical Assistant

Pay and Benefits

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.

Company Mission and Diversity

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

OptumCare is 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.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Accommodations

UnitedHealth Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call 1-866-566-8715 to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.

UnitedHealth Group is a registered service mark of UnitedHealth Group, Inc. The UnitedHealth Group name with the dimensional logo, as well as the dimensional logo alone, are both service marks for the UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Job

Clinical Services Operations

Primary Location

US-MA-Worcester