Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Clinical Support

Optum; Sinton (TX); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive benefits

Incentives & recognition

401k and equity options

Descripción de la vacante

WellMed, part of the Optum family within UnitedHealth Group, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a busy clinical setting in Texas. You will perform routine procedures, assist physicians, manage specimen collection, and ensure accurate documentation while upholding infection control and patient privacy.

This role requires current MA certification and BLS, with bilingual Spanish a plus. We offer competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package, with opportunities

Formación

• Must have current national Medical Assistant certification or ability to obtain within 180 days.
• Current BLS certification for healthcare providers at hire or within 30 days.
• Proven knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic computer literacy including Word, Excel, Outlook and EMR systems.
• Driver's license and reliable transportation.
• TB screening and immunity proof for MMR, varicella, and other vaccines.

Responsabilidades

• Perform MA duties within scope; operate diagnostic equipment and collect specimens.
• Prepare and sterilize equipment; record care documentation.
• Coordinate patient care under supervision.
• Maintain infection control and privacy standards.
• Screen patients via intake and data gathering.
• Support standard delegation of orders.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Medical terminology

Calm under pressure

Customer service

Communication skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Educación

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or ability to obtain within 180 days

Herramientas

EMR systems

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Descripción del empleo

WellMed, part of the Optum family within UnitedHealth Group, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a busy clinical setting in Texas. You will perform routine procedures, assist physicians, manage specimen collection, and ensure accurate documentation while upholding infection control and patient privacy.

This role requires current MA certification and BLS, with bilingual Spanish a plus. We offer competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package, with opportunities