Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Incentive programs

Stock purchase plan

401k plan

Job summary

WellMed, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care under provider supervision. Responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, collecting specimens, performing EKGs, and ensuring accurate documentation in the EMR system.

Ideal candidates have Medical Assistant certification and a current BLS credential, with strong attention to infection control and patient confidentiality. Experience preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic computer literacy including Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Familiarity with EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties within the Medical Assistant scope of practice under supervision of a provider.
• Operates diagnostic equipment and collects specimens as needed.
• Records patient care documentation accurately and timely in the medical record.
• Coordinates patient care per physician directions and facility standards.
• Maintains infection control, privacy, and confidentiality in all tasks.

Skills

Medical terminology

Computer literacy

EMR systems

Education

Medical Assistant certification

BLS certification

Job description

WellMed, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care under provider supervision. Responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, collecting specimens, performing EKGs, and ensuring accurate documentation in the EMR system.

Ideal candidates have Medical Assistant certification and a current BLS credential, with strong attention to infection control and patient confidentiality. Experience preferred but not required.