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Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine

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In-Office
Croton-on-Hudson, NY
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In-Office
Croton-on-Hudson, NY
Junior
Provides direct patient care and clinical support in an internal medicine practice. Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking vital signs, conducting screenings and laboratory tests, assisting providers with examinations and procedures, preparing prescriptions, processing specimens, maintaining equipment, and coordinating patient needs within established clinical standards.
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Requisition Number: 2393044
$3,000 Sign On Bonus for External Candidates
Optum NY/NJ, is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team in Croton On Hudson, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The role of the Medical Assistant is to provide care to patients/significant others via direct and/or telephone contact, following established standards and practices. S/he coordinates with other members of the care team to ensure seamless care delivery, maximal coordination of efforts, and active patient participation in planning and care. Assists physician or other provider with clinical procedures.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Demonstrates clinical competence in the direct care of patients in established area(s) of practice and assisting MDs with procedures
  • Performs clinical duties within scope of practice complying with the accepted department standards, policies, and protocols
  • Demonstrates a proactive approach to patient care, focusing on addressing each patient's individual and family needs at the time of service; communicates identified needs in a timely manner
  • Directs and/or escorts patients to exam rooms in a timely manner
  • Demonstrated clinical competence when assisting physician/mid-level healthcare professional and/or nurse during exams and office diagnostic procedures/treatments
  • Performs authorized procedures competently (i.e. vital signs, vision screening, selected laboratory tests) as directed by physician or nurse in clinical practice area
  • Seeks validation/guidance from physicians, mid-level healthcare professional and/or nurse when necessary
  • Prepares e-prescriptions for processing to pharmacies when instructed to do so by physician per policy
  • Inspects, cleans/prepares and processes instruments/equipment according to manufacturers' guidelines
  • Processes specimens for transport to laboratory, ensuring that specimens are properly labeled, and appropriate orders have been placed in EPIC

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 diploma or GED
  • 1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical office, clinic or hospital setting OR Nationally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification from one of the following agencies: NAHP, NCCT, AAMA, AMT, NHA

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program
  • Current CPR / BLS certification

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). 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 $16.00 to $29.00 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 help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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