Medical Assistant - Primary Care Plus at O'Neal Lane

Medical Assistant At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start caring. Connecting. Growing together.As an active participant of the primary care patient centered medical home team, the Medical Assistant engages in a collaborative process with members of a multidisciplinary team which may include a Physician, Nurse Practitioner, RN Care Manager, Social Worker, MA Lead, and Clinic Manager. The team assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates options and services to meet a patient's health needs through communication and utilization of available resources to promote quality, cost effective outcomes.The Medical Assistant provides quality nursing care to patients and assists the Physician and Nurse Practitioners in the clinical setting.Primary Responsibilities:Addresses the total patient, inclusive of medical, psychosocial, behavioral, cultural, and spiritual needsInvolves the individual patient and caregiver, as appropriate, in decision makingFacilitates communication and coordination among members of the care teamProvides patient care to include patient assessment prior to physician's/nurse practitioner's examination, serves as patient advocate/liaison by answering questions related to care and treatment, as appropriate, provides patient education and self-management support, implements physician orders (injections, prescription refills, diagnostic tests, referrals, etc.) and assists providers with proceduresEscorts patient to exam roomParticipates in team 'huddles' and ensures electronic medical record (EMR) is prepared for the clinic visitTriages phone calls to the appropriate department and enters the call into the EMR as a Telephone Encounter. After the call has been addressed, communicates with the patient and documents in the Telephone EncounterMaintains cleanliness of the patient care areas (exam rooms)Ensures exam rooms are stocked at all timesCleans and disinfects instruments according to policyPerforms clinic tasks as directed by Clinic ManagerAssists Clinic Manager with the ordering and receiving of medical supplies and medicationsWorks closely with the Clinic Manager and Quality Manager to create and implement new clinic processesReviews all required education courses (live and online) and applies to daily clinic practiceMaintains competency of clinical skillsCore Competencies:Excellent communication skillsTime managementAbility to multi-task/prioritizeComputer/EMR SkillsProfessionalismAbility to work well with a diverse group of peopleCritical thinking/sound judgmentFlexibilityWillingness to take directivesCompassionateSolid work ethicDependabilityRequired Qualifications:Current CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain within 30 days1+ years of clinic experience or related experience in a medical settingComputer experience (Word, Excel, Outlook)Knowledge of OSHA/HIPAA compliancePreferred Qualifications:Current Medical Assistance certificationEMR training or experiencePhysical Demands/Working Conditions:Ability to stand for long periodsExtensive walkingMust be able to lift up to 20 poundsAbility to bend and sitFlexible hoursPay 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 $16.15 to $28.80 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 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.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.