Medical Assistant - Pediatrics
About The Position
Optum NJ is seeking a Medical Assistant - Pediatrics to join their team in Jersey City, NJ. Optum is a clinician-led care organization focused on improving healthcare. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you will contribute to making healthcare better for everyone. At Optum, you will have the clinical resources, data, and support of a global organization to help patients live healthier lives. The role involves providing care to patients and coordinating with the care team for seamless delivery and patient participation in care planning. The Medical Assistant will also assist physicians or other providers with clinical procedures.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- 1+ years of customer service experience
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program
- Current CPR / BLS certification
- 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
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
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Incentive and recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase
- 401k contribution
- $1,000 Sign On Bonus for External Candidates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
