Venipuncture-Focused Medical Assistant — Patient Care Leader

UnitedHealth Group; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in Aurora, IL is seeking a Medical Assistant with strong Aseptic Technique and venipuncture skills for a full-time position. The role emphasizes owning venipuncture tasks and a data-driven weekend rotation with a competitive salary from 69,000 to 100,000 USD.

You will support mid-level clinicians, participate in quality and safety initiatives, perform EKG interpretation and medication reconciliation, mentor teammates, and maintain clear written communication to patients and

Qualifications

• Aurora grounding or ability to relocate quickly.
• Clinical judgment on escalation vs absorption.
• Hands-on EKG interpretation and medication reconciliation.
• Ability to mentor mid-level teammates and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Cover the data-driven weekend rotation UnitedHealth Group staffs with independent mid-level clinicians.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Run point on Foley Catheter Insertion education days, translating clinical guidance into patient language.
• Maintain hand hygiene and isolation precautions even during busy periods.
• Educate patients on Nasogastric Tube Insertion self-management before discharge in Aurora, IL.
• Manage Medication Administration intake and prioritize urgent vs routine in the first five minutes.
• Read intake histories for red flags that may be missed by hurried clinicians.

Skills

Aseptic Technique

Venipuncture

EKG Interpretation

Medication Reconciliation

Mentoring

Written Communication

Clinical Judgment

Job description

UnitedHealth Group in Aurora, IL is seeking a Medical Assistant with strong Aseptic Technique and venipuncture skills for a full-time position. The role emphasizes owning venipuncture tasks and a data-driven weekend rotation with a competitive salary from 69,000 to 100,000 USD.

You will support mid-level clinicians, participate in quality and safety initiatives, perform EKG interpretation and medication reconciliation, mentor teammates, and maintain clear written communication to patients and