Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

The Medical Assistant position is responsible for coordinating and assisting the provider to ensure safe quality/cost-effective service and care for the people within the practice population. This position will also be responsible for providing technical clinical services and clerical support for the delivery of quality patient care as directed by licensed staff, a physician, or a mid-level practitioner.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Collects patient assessment data to include height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint/symptoms, and current medications for assessment by licensed staff
2. Prepares the patient for provider evaluation by obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, and assisting during exams and procedures
3. Maintains work area, exam treatment, and lab in a clean, safe manner; restock with supplies as needed
4. Assists with lab procedures by collecting urine specimens, collecting, and preparing blood samples for reference lab; labeling all specimens with accurate patient ID as ordered by the physician
5. Documents patient information in the medical record to include updated treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, and patient concerns, etc.
6. Assists and processes all scripts, referrals, and authorizations as needed
7. Manages flow of patient care, while ensuring phones are being answered, and appointments are as efficient as possible
8. Schedules patients for injections and infusions
9. Orders supplies and medications. Check both into and out of inventory
10. Performs diagnostic testing procedures

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:

• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program
• BLS/CPR upon hire
• 1+ years of clinic experience
• Proficiency with MS Outlook

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current MA Certification
• EMR / ECW

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). The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.15 to $28.80 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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