Medical Assistant, OBGYN - Boston - Atrius Health

Optum; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

401k contribution

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Medical Assistant in Boston, MA. The role involves assisting clinicians with various clinical procedures and ensuring that patient records are up to date. You will be responsible for preparing patients for exams, measuring vital signs, and providing direct clinical support.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent and medical assistant certification. This position offers competitive hourly pay ranging from $16 to $25, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Medical Assistant Certification is preferred.
• Computer experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians with routine clinical procedures and tests.
• Prepare patients for exams and measure vital signs.
• Ensure patients’ EMR is updated and accurate.

Skills

Clinical procedure assistance

Patient communication

Electronic medical record (EMR) management

Vital signs measurement

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

Computer software

Point of care testing equipment

Job description

Explore opportunities with AtriusHealth, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're an innovative health care leader and multi‑specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, PA/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value‑based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision‑making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Medical Assistant, you will assist clinicians with routine clinical procedures and tests in the exam room. You will advise patients of preparation and testing required for exams. You will ensure all pre‑visit work required for exam is completed and that lab and other test results are available in the electronic medical record (EMR). You will also provide direct clinical support to one or more assigned clinicians.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides efficient flow of patients to optimize patient appointment availability.
• Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms according to policy and procedures.
• Prepares patient for examination; measures vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse rate, weight, and height.
• Assists clinicians with routine clinical procedures and/or additional tests specific to the department. Advises patients of preparation or pre‑visit testing required for exams specific to the department.
• Ensures patients' electronic medical record (EMR) is updated with medical information, including recent testing and consultations, including confirming demographic information, medications, allergies and chief medical complaints, and ensuring the EMR patient data is accurate and up to date.
• Keeps patients informed of visit status, unforeseen delays and other relevant information.
• Reconciles medications and sets up pending refills. Discontinues prescriptions that are no longer active.
• Assists in resolving minor patients' concerns and complaints as appropriate.
• Orders and performs point of care testing on patients; classified as waived testing (e.g., strep, urine, hcg and glucose testing).

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 equivalency certificate from an accredited institution or governmental unit or a Medical Assistant Certification.
• Computer experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in medical assisting or graduate of medical assistant certification program.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Experience typically acquired through 1+ years of experience in a clinical or customer service setting as determined by the department (a bachelor’s or associate degree may be substituted for experience).
• Knowledge of reagent stability and storage.
• Understands the testing procedure and factors influencing test results.
• The ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs. Electronic medical record (EMR) experience and/or aptitude to master the EMR based on other technology experience.

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 to $25 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.

UnitedHealth Group 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.

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