Medical Assistant Urology

Ambu; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care and support medical practitioners. This role offers competitive pay, exceptional benefits including PTO and career advancement opportunities, embodying a commitment to excellence in patient service.

Benefits

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Annual reviews

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) contributions

Qualifications

• 1 year of clinical experience in a medical setting required.
• Certification or ability to obtain within one year (training provided).
• Current CPR/BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assist physicians with procedures.
• Conduct authorized procedures like vital signs and lab tests.
• Coordinate with care teams to ensure seamless care delivery.

Skills

Clinical competence

Effective communication

Education

Current Nationally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

Job Opportunity: Medical Assistant

We offer excellent compensation and benefits within 30 days, including generous PTO, paid holidays, annual reviews, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for career progression.

Schedule: 4-10's, 7:30-5:30 with travel to Warwick

Opportunities with Optum in the Tri-State region (formerly CareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York, and Riverside Medical Group). Join us to make a difference in the lives of patients at our locations across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Work with state-of-the-art technology and passionate colleagues in a dynamic healthcare organization that embodies Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Role Overview

The Medical Assistant provides care to patients/significant others via direct and/or telephone contact, following established standards and practices. They coordinate with the care team to ensure seamless care delivery and assist physicians or other providers with clinical procedures.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Demonstrate clinical competence in direct patient care and assist MDs with procedures.
2. Perform clinical duties within scope, adhering to department standards, policies, and protocols.
3. Proactively address patient and family needs, communicating effectively and timely.
4. Assist during exams and diagnostic procedures, demonstrating clinical competence.
5. Perform authorized procedures such as vital signs, vision screening, and lab tests.
6. Prepare e-prescriptions for pharmacies as instructed.
7. Inspect, clean, and process instruments and equipment per manufacturer guidelines.
8. Process specimens for laboratory transport, ensuring proper labeling and documentation in Epic.

Perform well in this role and grow within our organization that values performance, development, and career advancement.

Qualifications

Required

1. Current Nationally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification or ability to obtain within one year (training provided).
2. At least 1 year of clinical experience in a medical setting.

Preferred

1. Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program with recent experience.
2. Current CPR/BLS certification.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly rate ranges from $16.00 to $24.42+ based on experience, education, and certifications. Benefits include a comprehensive package, recognition programs, stock purchase options, and 401(k) contributions, subject to eligibility.

Our Commitment

UnitedHealth Group is dedicated to helping people live healthier lives and making the healthcare system better for everyone. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and to reducing health disparities. We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace, requiring a pre-employment drug test.