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Do you have compassion and a passion to
help others? Transforming healthcare and millions of lives as a result
starts with the values you embrace and the passion you bring to achieve yourlife’s best work.(sm)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 or physician.Duties include: 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.PrimaryResponsibilities:
Assistphysicians and nursing personnel with injections, EKGs, phlebotomy andother patient care procedures
Maintainestablished quality control standards
Recordand process patient care documentation quickly and accurately
Coordinatepatient care as directed by physicians, company standards and policies
Organize,stock and clean exam and treatment rooms and sterilize instruments
Maintainsquality control standards and required Medical Assistant and CPRcertifications
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:
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 (through an approved American Heart Association Training Center or the Military Training Network) at time of hire or within 30 days of hire
Basic computer literacy required, with intermediate Excel skills
Knowledge of medical terminology
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
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:
At least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant
Knowledge of ICD - 10 and CPT coding
USMD part of OptumCare is a multi-specialty group of hospital, clinics and
physicians. USMD serves the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area with more than
250 physicians and associate practitioners, and provides healthcare services to
patients in more than 20 different specialties at its 2 hospitals, 4 cancer
treatment centers and nearly 50 physician clinics, many of which are
multi-specialty.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.Job Keywords: Certified Medical Assistant, CMA, Medical Assistant, MA, Registered Medical Assistant, RMA
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