Podiatry Medical Assistant – Patient Care & Growth

UnitedHealth Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

WellMed, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting under physician supervision. The role requires MA certification or active pursuit within 180 days and BLS, with proficiency in EMR systems and basic MS Office tools.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, collecting specimens, assisting with exams, maintaining documentation, and upholding infection control and confidentiality standards.

Qualifications

• Current, nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification or the ability to obtain the certification within 180 days of employment.
• Current BLS certification for healthcare providers at time of hire or within 30 days of hire.
• Proven knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic computer literacy including Word, Excel, Outlook and EMR systems.
• Proven ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties within the scope of a Medical Assistant's practice. Operates diagnostic equipment and collects specimens.
• Rooms patients according to policy and procedures, prepares patient for examination.
• Records patient care documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Coordinates patient care as directed by physicians and policies.
• Respects patient confidentiality and maintains infection control standards.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication

Emergency response

Customer service

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

WellMed, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting under physician supervision. The role requires MA certification or active pursuit within 180 days and BLS, with proficiency in EMR systems and basic MS Office tools.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, collecting specimens, assisting with exams, maintaining documentation, and upholding infection control and confidentiality standards.