Medical Assistant

UnitedHealth Group•Colorado Springs, CO

12d•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant coordinates with and assists providers to ensure safe, quality, and cost-effective service and care for the practice population. The role provides technical clinical services and clerical support for quality patient care as directed by licensed staff, a physician, or a mid-level practitioner. This position is based at Summit Rheumatology Clinic, 4015 Briargate Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO, and works Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program.
BLS/CPR required upon hire.
Proficiency with MS Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Current medical assistant certification.
At least 1 year of clinic experience.
Experience with EMR/ECW.

Responsibilities

Work at the front desk and greet patients.
Collect patient assessment information, including height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint or symptoms, and current medications, for review by licensed staff.
Prepare patients for provider evaluation by obtaining specimens, positioning them for examinations, listing medications, and assisting with examinations and procedures.
Maintain a clean and safe work area, examination and treatment areas, and laboratory; restock supplies as needed.
Assist with laboratory procedures by collecting urine specimens and collecting and preparing blood samples for the reference laboratory; label specimens with accurate patient identification as ordered by the physician.
Document patient information in medical records, including treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, and patient concerns.
Assist with and process scripts, referrals, and authorizations as needed.
Manage patient-care flow while ensuring phones are answered and appointments are efficient.
Schedule patients for injections and infusions.
Order supplies and medications and check items into and out of inventory.
Perform diagnostic testing procedures.