Senior Medical Assistant III — Ambulatory Care & EPIC Pro

UnitedHealth Group; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401k plan

Job summary

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family, is seeking Medical Assistants at levels I, II, and III to support patient care across our Houston-area locations. Selected candidates will work under licensed professionals with increasing responsibilities at higher levels and opportunities for professional growth.

Responsibilities include providing supportive patient care, assisting with clinical tasks, and preparing patients for examinations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• No experience required with MA certification or 1 year of directly related Medical Assistant experience without certification.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• Computer proficiency.
• Proven basic medical/nursing terminology.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive patient care under supervision.
• Assist with patient safety and comfort in accordance with standards.
• Perform delegated tasks as directed by a physician or RN.
• Serve as a resource for less experienced staff when applicable.

Skills

Basic medical/nursing terminology

Computer proficiency

BLS certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EPIC

Windows-based computer systems experience

Job description

Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

We are seeking qualified candidates for the role of Medical Assistant at varying levels (I, II, III). The selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level based on qualifications and experience. All levels contribute to patient care under the supervision of licensed medical professionals, with increasing responsibilities at higher levels.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Medical Assistant I:
  • Provide supportive patient care functions under supervision
  • Ensure patient safety and comfort in accordance with legal and professional standards
  • Perform delegated tasks as directed by a physician or RN
• Medical Assistant II:
  • Includes all duties of MA I
  • Administer injectables and perform advanced clinical tasks
  • Requires additional experience and/or certification
• Medical Assistant III:
  • Includes all duties of MA I and II
  • Perform high-level clinical procedures
  • Serve as a resource for less experienced staff

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 Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program
• No experience required with a certification/registration as a Medical Assistant OR 1 year of directly related Medical Assistant experience without certification/registration
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association
• Computer proficiency
• Proven basic medical/nursing terminology

Preferred Qualifications:

• For MA II:
  • Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant
  • 5+ years of directly related experience
• For MA III:
  • Certification/Registration as a Medical
  • 8+ years of directly related experience
  • Experience in Ambulatory Care
  • EPIC and Windows-based computer systems experience

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16 - $32 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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