Medical Assistant - Dermatology

UnitedHealth Group•Mount Kisco, NY

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Optum NY is seeking a Medical Assistant to join their team in Mount Kisco, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization focused on improving healthcare for everyone. As part of the Optum Care Delivery team, the Medical Assistant will be an integral part of this vision, supported by clinical resources, data, and a global organization to help patients live healthier lives. Optum aims to provide an exceptional career experience, empowering employees to live their best lives at work and at home, and encouraging contributions to improve care for millions. The Associate Medical Assistant's role involves providing direct and/or telephone care to patients and their significant others, adhering to established standards and practices. This role requires coordination with other care team members to ensure seamless care delivery, maximize efforts, and encourage active patient participation in planning and care. The Medical Assistant will also assist physicians or other providers with clinical procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Relevant entry level work experience

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program with 1+ years of recent experience as a medical assistant
Current CPR / BLS certification

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