Patient Care Medical Assistant - Flexible Hours & Growth

Jobtome; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealthcare is seeking a Medical Assistant to support primary care teams in delivering high-quality patient care. The role involves direct patient contact, clinical documentation, patient education, and coordination with physicians, nurses, and care managers.

The candidate will assist with routine clinical tasks, maintain EMR records, and participate in quality improvement activities to ensure compliant, efficient clinic operations.

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.
• Facilitates communication and coordination among members of the care team.
• Provides patient care including assessment prior to physician/nurse practitioner examination and patient education.
• Triages phone calls and documents in the EMR as a Telephone Encounter.
• Maintains cleanliness of patient care areas and ensures exam rooms are stocked.

Skills

Excellent communication

Time management

Multitasking

Professionalism

Compassionate

Education

CPR/AED certification

OSHA/HIPAA compliance

Tools

EMR system

Job description

UnitedHealthcare is seeking a Medical Assistant to support primary care teams in delivering high-quality patient care. The role involves direct patient contact, clinical documentation, patient education, and coordination with physicians, nurses, and care managers.

The candidate will assist with routine clinical tasks, maintain EMR records, and participate in quality improvement activities to ensure compliant, efficient clinic operations.