Pediatric Medical Assistant - Sign-On Bonus

UnitedHealth Group; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group's OptumCare division seeks a reliable Medical Assistant to support clinicians in Colorado Springs. You will perform patient care tasks, document accurately, and assist with minor procedures while upholding HIPAA and PHI standards.

In this role you’ll coordinate with RN/LDN, collect vital signs, manage lab samples, and help ensure smooth patient flow across clinic services. A valid MA program completion and BLS are required, with bilingual skills a plus.

Qualifications

• Required: High School diploma or GED.
• Required: Completion of a Medical Assistant program, or relevant experience.
• Required: BLS certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians with patient care and minor procedures.
• Record and report vital signs to the clinician.
• Maintain PHI in HIPAA-compliant manner.
• Escort patients from waiting area to exam rooms and to ancillary services as needed.
• Document procedures accurately and maintain clean examination areas.
• Assist with phlebotomy and lab specimen processing.
• Complete forms and transportation logistics as needed.
• Support clinicians in maintaining patient flow and care delivery.

Skills

Ambulatory care experience

Pediatric experience

Bilingual English and Spanish

EMR experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program/certified training

Job description

UnitedHealth Group's OptumCare division seeks a reliable Medical Assistant to support clinicians in Colorado Springs. You will perform patient care tasks, document accurately, and assist with minor procedures while upholding HIPAA and PHI standards.

In this role you’ll coordinate with RN/LDN, collect vital signs, manage lab samples, and help ensure smooth patient flow across clinic services. A valid MA program completion and BLS are required, with bilingual skills a plus.