Medical Assistant at Pharr
Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Pharr
Posted on: September 15, 2023
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Job Description:
$750 Sign-On Bonus Potential for External Candidates
Incentive Bonus 2 times a year
18 days of PTO & Closed on Major Holidays
Health Benefits - Tuition Reimbursement - 401K Match
PLEASE NOTE The Sign-On Bonus potential is only available to
external candidates.------Candidates who are currently working for
a UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or a related entity in a
full time, part time, or per diem basis ("Internal Candidates") are
not eligible to receive a Sign On Bonus. The Sign-On Bonus
potential is based on satisfactory performance and paid in
increments over the first year of employment.
Opportunities at WellMed , part of the Optum family of businesses.
We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of
medical care. Here, you will join a team who shares your passion
for helping people achieve better health. With opportunities for
physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing roles, you can
make a difference with us as you discover the meaning behind
**Caring. Connecting. Growing together.------**
The Medical Assistant (MA) participates in providing patient care
at the appropriate skill level. They have a duty to provide a
standard of care that meets or exceeds that of a reasonably
competent and knowledgeable Medical Assistant. The MA performs
duties within their scope of practice delegated by, and under the
supervision of, a provider (TX) or physician (FL)
Positions in this function organizes the clinical environment and
provides support in patient care situations. Support includes but
is not limited to assisting physicians and nursing personnel,
including those skills listed under Job Functions below along with
various other procedures under the direct supervision and
responsibility of a medical provider. The MA assists in identifying
patient needs or problems and communicating data to the provider or
other members of the clinical team. The MA delivers quality
customer service. Ensures policy and procedures are followed
including infection control, privacy and confidentiality. Completes
mandatory training.
Primary Responsibilities:
Performs all duties within the scope of a Medical Assistant's
practice. Operates diagnostic equipment (cannot interpret tests),
remove staples from superficial wounds, changes wound dressing and
obtains cultures, administers non-intravenous medication, performs
simple specimen collection via noninvasive techniques and collects
blood specimens via venipuncture or via capillary, performs EKGs.
Performs quality control checks on equipment. Prepares and
sterilizes medical equipment using the autoclave
Rooms patients according to policy and procedures, prepares patient
for examination
Records patient care documentation in the medical record accurately
and in a timely manner
Coordinates patient care as directed by physicians, company
standards and policies
Respects patient confidentiality at all times and treats patients
with courtesy and respect
Organizes exam and treatment rooms, stocks and cleans rooms and
sterilizes instruments
Practices standard infection control precautions
Telephone and in-person screening limited to intake and gathering
of information without requiring the exercise of judgment based on
clinical knowledge
Supports and follows Standard Delegation of Orders (SDO)
Performs all other related duties as assigned
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.
High school graduate or GED equivalent
Current, nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification or
the ability to obtain the certification within 180 days of
employment. Medical Assistants who are hired prior to receiving
their certification are expected to perform at the same level as a
"certified" Medical Assistant
Current BLS certification for healthcare providers (written exam
and in-person assessment) at time of hire or within 30 days of
hire
Basic computer literacy required including Word, Outlook and Excel
skills
Knowledge of medical terminology
Demonstrated ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency
situations
Proven good communication and customer service skills
This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof of
immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus,
Diphtheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity,
documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of
disease
Preferred Qualifications:
1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant
Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding
Bilingual in Spanish
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.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,
protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information,
or any other characteristic protected by law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are
required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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