Field Medical Assistant - Supportive Care

UnitedHealth Group • Granger, TX

108d • $16 - $27

About The Position

Opportunities at WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses. We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of medical care. Here, you will join a team who shares your passion for helping people achieve better health. With opportunities for physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing roles, you can make a difference with us as you discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. 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 (TX) or physician (FL).

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Current, nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification or the ability to obtain the certification within 180 days of employment.
• Current BLS certification for healthcare providers at time of hire or within 30 days of hire.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Proven basic computer literacy, with intermediate Excel skills.
• Proven ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Proven good communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable transportation for daily travel to various locations as assigned.
• Valid drivers license within the state of work.
• This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis.

Nice To Haves

• 1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• Bilingual.

Responsibilities

• Organizes the clinical environment and provides support in patient care situations.
• Assists physicians and nursing personnel, including performing various procedures under the direct supervision of a medical provider.
• Identifies patient needs or problems and communicates data to the provider or other members of the clinical team.
• Delivers quality customer service and ensures policy and procedures are followed including infection control, privacy and confidentiality.
• Completes mandatory training.
• Operates diagnostic equipment (cannot interpret tests), removes staples from superficial wounds, changes wound dressing, and obtains cultures.
• Administers non-intravenous medication, performs simple specimen collection via noninvasive techniques, and collects blood specimens via venipuncture or capillary.
• Performs EKGs and quality control checks on equipment.
• Prepares and sterilizes medical equipment using the autoclave.
• Rooms patients according to policy and procedures, prepares patients for examination.
• Records patient care documentation in the medical record accurately and in a timely manner.
• Coordinates patient care as directed by physicians, company standards, and policies.
• Respects patient confidentiality at all times and treats patients with courtesy and respect.
• Organizes exam and treatment rooms, stocks and cleans rooms, and sterilizes instruments.
• Travels with provider to patient homes to support the delivery of Supportive Care services in the community setting.
• Practices standard infection control precautions.
• Telephone and in-person screening limited to intake and gathering of information without requiring the exercise of judgment based on clinical knowledge.
• Supports and follows Standard Delegation of Orders (SDO).
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Incentive and recognition programs.
• Equity stock purchase.
• 401k contribution.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees