Part Time Certified Medical Assistant - Colonial Healthcare

UnitedHealth Group•Sumter, SC

7d•$16 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Colonial Healthcare, part of the Optum family of businesses, is hiring a part-time Certified Medical Assistant for its patient-focused primary care and specialty medical practice. The role is based at 325 Broad St. in Sumter, South Carolina, and is scheduled from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. The position supports clinicians and patients through clinical and office procedures, patient intake, referrals, supply and equipment upkeep, and the maintenance of confidential patient information. External candidates are offered a $5,000 sign-on bonus. The stated hourly pay range is $16.15 to $28.80, based on full-time employment; pay depends on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. The employer describes a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. Benefits and incentives include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment. UnitedHealth Group describes its mission as helping people live healthier lives and improving the health system, with commitments to equitable care, addressing health disparities, and mitigating its environmental impact.

Requirements

High school diploma or completion of an equivalent adult education program.
Medical Assistant diploma, technical certificate, or certification; alternatively, at least 3 years of experience performing the critical skills of a medical assistant after on-the-job training.
Active medical assistant certification (CMA, CCMA, NCMA, or RMA) through NAHP, NCCT, AAMA, AMT, or NHA.
CPR certification upon hire or ability to obtain it within 30 days.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of clinical experience.
Experience working as a Medical Assistant or EMT.
Experience with electronic medical record software.
Experience performing medical back-office tasks, including obtaining vital signs, injections or immunizations, phlebotomy, urinalysis, and administering medications.
Experience performing medical front-office tasks, including scheduling appointments, prior authorizations, medication refills, and referrals.

Responsibilities

Help patients by providing information, services, and assistance.
Administer medications and injections.
Perform venipuncture for lab draws.
Perform EKGs, spirometry, and flu and strep tests.
Verify patient information by interviewing patients, recording medical histories, and confirming the purpose of visits.
Prepare patients for examinations by performing preliminary physical tests, taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature, and reporting patient history summaries.
Assist with office procedures to support physicians.
Secure patient information and maintain patient confidentiality.
Process referrals.
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
Maintain supplies by inventorying stock, placing orders, and verifying receipt.
Keep equipment operating by following instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
Update job knowledge through educational opportunities and professional publications.
Follow professional standards, facility policies and procedures, and federal, state, and local requirements.
Take ownership of accomplishing new and different requests and explore opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.