Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

UnitedHealth Group; Alice (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Incentive programs

401k contribution

Equity stock purchase

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group, including WellMed, seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care under supervision. Duties include specimen collection, wound care, EKGs, and room preparation in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role requires MA certification (or within 180 days), BLS, and familiarity with EMR systems. Strong communication and confidentiality are essential in this patient-centered team.

Qualifications

• Current, nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification or ability to obtain within 180 days of employment.
• Current BLS certification for healthcare providers at time of hire or within 30 days
• Proven knowledge of medical terminology
• Basic computer literacy including Word, Excel, Outlook and EMR systems
• Proven ability to react calmly in emergency situations
• Tuberculosis screening and immunity proof for measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis

Responsibilities

• Performs Medical Assistant duties within the scope of practice and under supervision of a provider.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect specimens; perform basic wound care and EKGs.
• Record patient care documentation accurately and timely.
• Coordinate patient care with physicians and the clinical team; maintain confidentiality.
• Support infection control and comply with policy and training requirements.
• Provide quality customer service and assist in the clinical environment.

Skills

Medical terminology

EMR systems

Basic computer literacy

Communication skills

Education

Medical Assistant certification

Job description

UnitedHealth Group, including WellMed, seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care under supervision. Duties include specimen collection, wound care, EKGs, and room preparation in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role requires MA certification (or within 180 days), BLS, and familiarity with EMR systems. Strong communication and confidentiality are essential in this patient-centered team.