Senior Medical Assistant - Clinic Care & Training Lead

UnitedHealth Group; Rutherford (NJ); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits within 30 days

401K; paid holidays; PTO

Tuition reimbursement and more

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group, operating as Optum NJ in Rutherford, NJ, seeks a Medical Assistant to work with the care delivery team, providing patient care and coordination under established standards. The role integrates with physicians and nurses to support seamless patient flow and high-quality care.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years as a Medical Assistant or a certified MA from NAHP/NCCT/AAMA/AMT/NHA, with front-office crossover skills and CPR/BLS certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of Medical Assistant experience or certification from NAHP/NCCT/AAMA/AMT/NHA.
• Cross trained in front office duties.

Responsibilities

• Performs MA procedures under scope of practice.
• Cross trained with front office to support workflow.
• Assists physician with clinical procedures.
• Prepares e-prescriptions and processes specimens.

Skills

Medical office experience

Front office duties

CPR/BLS knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

UnitedHealth Group, operating as Optum NJ in Rutherford, NJ, seeks a Medical Assistant to work with the care delivery team, providing patient care and coordination under established standards. The role integrates with physicians and nurses to support seamless patient flow and high-quality care.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years as a Medical Assistant or a certified MA from NAHP/NCCT/AAMA/AMT/NHA, with front-office crossover skills and CPR/BLS certification preferred.