Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Coordination (Flexible)

UHC; Marrero (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Incentive programs

401(k) contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealthcare is hiring a Medical Assistant to engage in collaborative care within a primary care team, supporting physicians, nurses, and care managers. The role focuses on patient education, self-management support, and efficient clinic operations, including EMR documentation and triage.

Requirements include CPR/AED, 1+ year clinic experience, OSHA/HIPAA knowledge, and EMR familiarity. Flexible, patient-centered care with a focus on quality outcomes is essential.

Qualifications

• Current CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• 1+ years of clinic experience or related experience in a medical setting.
• Knowledge of OSHA/HIPAA compliance.
• Computer experience (EMR training preferred).

Responsibilities

• Addresses the total patient, inclusive of medical, psychosocial, behavioral, cultural, and spiritual needs.
• Involves the individual patient and caregiver, as appropriate, in decision making.
• Facilitates communication and coordination among members of the care team.
• Provides patient care to include patient assessment prior to physician's/nurse practitioner's examination, serves as patient advocate/liaison and provides patient education and self-management support.
• Escorts patient to exam room.
• Triages phone calls and enters the call into the EMR as a Telephone Encounter.
• Maintains cleanliness of patient care areas and keeps exam rooms stocked.
• Cleans and disinfects instruments according to policy.
• Assists Clinic Manager with ordering and receiving of medical supplies and medications.

Skills

CPR/AED certification

Clinic experience

OSHA/HIPAA knowledge

EMR computer skills

Education

Medical Assistance certification

Job description

UnitedHealthcare is hiring a Medical Assistant to engage in collaborative care within a primary care team, supporting physicians, nurses, and care managers. The role focuses on patient education, self-management support, and efficient clinic operations, including EMR documentation and triage.

Requirements include CPR/AED, 1+ year clinic experience, OSHA/HIPAA knowledge, and EMR familiarity. Flexible, patient-centered care with a focus on quality outcomes is essential.