Medical Assistant

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical duties within the scope of practice, including operating diagnostic equipment, performing EKGs, and collecting blood specimens via venipuncture or capillary methods.
• Room patients, prepare them for examinations, and record patient care documentation accurately in medical records.
• Assist physicians and nursing personnel with patient care, including wound dressing changes, staple removal, and administering non-intravenous medications.
• Organize, stock, and clean exam and treatment rooms, and ensure medical equipment is sterilized using an autoclave.
• Conduct telephone and in-person screenings for patient intake and information gathering.
• Maintain strict adherence to infection control precautions, privacy, and patient confidentiality.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Current, nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification (or ability to obtain within 180 days of employment).
• Current BLS certification for healthcare providers at time of hire or within 30 days.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic computer literacy with intermediate Excel skills.
• Proven ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to pass Tuberculosis screening and provide proof of immunity to required vaccinations (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis).

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• Bilingual skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health plans and wellness coverage.
• Financial benefits including 401k contributions and equity stock purchase options.
• Incentive and recognition programs.
• Emotional and physical wellness resources and support.

About the Company

Optum is part of the UnitedHealth Group family. Through our WellMed business, we are dedicated to providing the highest level of medical care, helping patients achieve improved health outcomes, and making the health system work better for everyone.