Per Diem Medical Assistant MA - 2271398

UnitedHealth Group; Worcester (MA); On-site; Confidential; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team in a vibrant healthcare environment. In this role, you'll prepare examination rooms, assist with patient care, and document vital health information using electronic medical records. This position offers a unique opportunity to work within a multi-specialty, physician-led organization focused on improving patient care quality. You will be recognized for your contributions in a supportive atmosphere that encourages professional growth and development. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Qualifications

• Certification as a Medical Assistant required or to be obtained within 180 days.
• Experience in medical assistance or EMT roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare examination rooms and sterilize medical equipment.
• Document patient care using electronic medical record software.
• Assist providers with minor in-office procedures.

Skills

Medical Assistant Certification (CMA or RMA)

Experience as a Medical Assistant or EMT

CPR certification

Experience with electronic medical record software

Phlebotomy

Vital signs monitoring

Administering medications

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Record Software

Job description

Opportunities with Reliant Medical Group, part of the Optum family of businesses. Join a community-based, multi-specialty, physician-led organization where you will work with talented peers on a common purpose: improving the quality, cost and experience of health care. Here, we focus on delivering the best patient care, rather than volume. Through innovation and superior care management, we support patients and your well-being as a team member. Join a team at the forefront of value-based care and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position Details:

Location: Reliant Medical Group, a Part of Optum: 5 Neponset St, Worcester, MA 01606
Schedule: Per Diem (M - F, 8:30am - 5pm)
Specialty: Pediatrics

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare examination rooms and sterilize medical equipment & instruments
• Room patients, obtain health history and check vital signs
• Document patient care using electronic medical record software
• Perform phlebotomy, urinalysis and handle patient specimen samples
• Administer medications and perform injections/immunizations
• Assist providers with minor, in-office procedures and perform point-of-care 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 Qualification:

• Medical Assistant Certification (CMA or RMA) or you must be willing to attain that certification within 180 days of the start date
• Experience working as a Medical Assistant or EMT

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active medical assistant certification (CMA, CCMA, NCMA or RMA)
• CPR certification
• Experience with electronic medical record software
• Experience performing medical back office tasks including obtaining vital signs, injections/immunizations, phlebotomy, urinalysis and administering medications

The hourly range for this role is $16.00 to $28.85 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

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.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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