Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinical Support

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Incentive programs

Equity stock plan

401k plan

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a clinical setting in Texas. The MA will perform routine duties under supervision, manage specimen collection, EKGs, wound care, and patient intake while ensuring safety and privacy.

The role requires current MA certification (or within 180 days), BLS, and proficiency with EMR systems. Experience and Spanish language skills are a plus. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits available.

Qualifications

• Current, nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification or ability to obtain within 180 days of employment.
• BLS certification for healthcare providers at time of hire or within 30 days of hire.
• Proven knowledge of medical terminology and basic computer literacy including Word, Excel, Outlook and EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties within the scope of Medical Assistant practice and to support physicians and nursing staff.
• Operates diagnostic equipment, collects specimens, and performs simple procedures under supervision.
• Prepares and sterilizes equipment, rooms patients, and documents care accurately.
• Coordinates patient care as directed by physicians and aligns with policy and infection control standards.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and delivers quality customer service.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Medical terminology

EMR systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Medical Assistant certification

Basic life support (BLS) certification

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a clinical setting in Texas. The MA will perform routine duties under supervision, manage specimen collection, EKGs, wound care, and patient intake while ensuring safety and privacy.

The role requires current MA certification (or within 180 days), BLS, and proficiency with EMR systems. Experience and Spanish language skills are a plus. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits available.