Medical Assistant Pediatrics - Atrius Health

Optum; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Atrius Health in Concord, MA is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join our pediatric team. You will support clinicians, prepare patients for exams, take vital signs, and maintain accurate EMR records.

Hourly pay ranges from $16.00 to $25.00, with a full-time schedule of 40 hours weekly, Monday–Friday 8:30am–5pm. Benefits are available for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency certificate or Medical Assistant Certification.
• Graduate of medical assistant certification program (preferred).
• ACLS may be required based on specialty; BLS within 30 days of hire (preferred).
• 1+ years of experience in a clinical or customer service setting as determined by the department.
• Proven knowledge of reagent stability and storage; understanding testing procedure and results.
• Computer experience with word processing and spreadsheet programs; EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides efficient flow of patients to optimize appointment availability.
• Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms according to policy and procedures.
• Prepare patient for examination; measures vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, weight and height.
• Assist clinicians with routine clinical procedures and/or additional tests; advise patients of preparation or pre-visit testing.
• Ensure EMR is updated with medical information, including demographics, medications, allergies and chief complaints.
• Keep patients informed of visit status, delays and other relevant information.
• Reconcile medications and set up pending refills; discontinue inactive prescriptions.
• Assist in resolving minor patient concerns and complaints as appropriate.
• Order and perform point-of-care testing (waived tests such as strep, urine, hCG and glucose).

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

EMR systems

Word processing

Spreadsheet programs

Job description

Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position Details

• Location: 330 Baker Ave, Concord, MA
• Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week. Monday - Friday 8:30am-5pm
• Specialty: Pediatrics

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides efficient flow of patients to optimize patient appointment availability
• Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms according to policy and procedures
• Prepare patient for examination; Measures vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse rate, weight, and height
• Assist clinicians with routine clinical procedures and/or additional tests specific to the department Advises patients of preparation or pre-visit testing required for exams specific to the department
• Ensures patients' electronic medical record (EMR) is updated with medical information, including recent testing and consultations, including confirming demographic information, medications, allergies and chief medical complaints, and ensuring the EMR patient data is accurate and up to date
• Keeps patients informed of visit status, unforeseen delays and other relevant information
• Reconcile medications and sets up pending refills Discontinues prescriptions that are no longer active
• Assists in resolving minor patients' concerns and complaints as appropriate
• Orders and performs point of care testing on patients; classified as waived testing (e.g, strep, urine, hcg and glucose testing)

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency certificate from an accredited institution or governmental unit or a Medical Assistant Certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of medical assistant certification program
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
• 1+ years of experience in a clinical or customer service setting as determined by the department
• Proven knowledge of reagent stability and storage
• Demonstrated understanding of the testing procedure and factors influencing test results
• Computer experience along with the ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs. Electronic medical record (EMR) experience and/or aptitude to master the EMR based on other technology experience

Pay and Benefits

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $25.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.