Medical Assistant: Patient Care + Front Desk Expert

Optum; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum is hiring a Medical Assistant in Albuquerque to support clinical and administrative duties across the care continuum. You will greet patients, take vitals, document history, and assist with injections under physician supervision, while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role involves front desk tasks such as scheduling, registration, insurance verification, co-pay collection, and coordinating referrals. Successful candidates have MA training, BLS, and strong patient-service skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program or relevant experience.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Experience delivering excellent customer service.
• Understanding of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort to exam room; take vitals and history.
• Register patients; schedule and verify insurance; handle calls.
• Prepare exam rooms and manage supplies; assist with injections as allowed.
• Explain lab results and orders to patients.
• Assist with revenue cycle activities and documentation.

Skills

Customer service

Medical terminology

MS Office

Typing

Windows navigation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program

BLS certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Optum is hiring a Medical Assistant in Albuquerque to support clinical and administrative duties across the care continuum. You will greet patients, take vitals, document history, and assist with injections under physician supervision, while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role involves front desk tasks such as scheduling, registration, insurance verification, co-pay collection, and coordinating referrals. Successful candidates have MA training, BLS, and strong patient-service skills.