Certified Medical Assistant - Pediatrics

UnitedHealth Group•Jersey City, NJ

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Optum NJ is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join their team in Jersey City, NJ. Optum is a clinician-led care organization focused on improving healthcare delivery. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you will contribute to the vision of making healthcare better for everyone. You will have the support of a global organization to help patients live healthier lives. The role involves providing patient care through direct and telephone contact, coordinating with the care team for seamless care delivery, and assisting physicians with clinical procedures. The schedule includes Monday-Saturday with rotating shifts (8am-4pm, 9am-5pm, or 12pm-8pm), requiring two opening and two closing days, and every other Saturday. You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in a challenging environment with clear direction and development opportunities.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program
Current CPR / BLS certification

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