Medical Assistant MA I Springwoods Village

Optum; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,379; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

401k contribution

Equity stock purchase

Job summary

A leading health care organization in Houston is looking for an entry-level Medical Assistant MA I to provide supportive patient care functions under supervision. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and offers numerous opportunities for career growth in a team recognized for its commitment to quality care. Benefits include competitive hourly pay and comprehensive packages. Join a team dedicated to improving health outcomes for all.

Qualifications

• No experience required for entry-level role with Certification.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant or 1+ years in related field preferred.
• BLS through the American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive patient care functions under supervision.
• Ensure safety and comfort of patients and families.
• Assist with delegated duties from physician or nurse.

Skills

Computer experience

Proven ability to use equipment

Basic Medical/Nursing terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EPIC

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Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation’s leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Medical Assistant provides supportive patient care functions for an assigned clinical area, under the supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse, ensuring the safety and comfort of patients and families according to legal, organizational and professional standards. Some duties may be delegated to the MA by the physician or RN.

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.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program or school
• This is an entry-level role. No experience is required with Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant or 1+ years of directly related experience as a medical assistant with no
• Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant
• BLS through American Heart Association
• Proven ability to use equipment and related supplies for selected patient population. Computer experience
• Basic Medical/Nursing terminology
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification within 1 year of hire date
• Ambulatory Care experience
• EPIC experience
• Proven windows computer skills
  
  

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 $24.23 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 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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