Certified Medical Assistant - Primary Care
About The Position
Unity Health Network, part of the Optum and UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant for its Primary Care specialty. The Medical Assistant supports patient well-being in collaboration with physicians, advanced practice clinicians, front-office staff, and clinical staff. The role is based primarily at the Hudson, Ohio practice, with work at other local sites as needed. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The organization describes a collaborative care model focused on patient-centered services. It offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates and states that employees may receive development opportunities for other roles. Hourly pay ranges from $16.00 to $29.00, based on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or completion of an equivalent adult education program.
- Active Medical Assistant certification.
- CPR and/or BLS certification.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of Medical Assistant experience with electronic medical records 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
- Schedule appointments, complete prior authorizations, process medication refills, handle referrals, and answer patient calls as needed.
- Conduct clinical intake, including taking and recording vital signs and patient history.
- Assist patients with walking, transfers, specimen collection, and exam preparation as needed.
- Maintain clinical supplies and equipment and ensure proper storage of biohazards.
- Clean exam and procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control.
- Assist providers with minor in-office procedures and perform point-of-care testing.
Benefits
- $2,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase.
- 401(k) contribution.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
