Medical Assistant - WellMed at Mesquite

UnitedHealth Group•Mesquite, TX

1d•$16 - $29

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) participates in patient care at the appropriate skill level and provides care that meets or exceeds the standard expected of a reasonably competent and knowledgeable Medical Assistant. The MA performs duties within their scope of practice as delegated by and under the supervision of a provider (Texas) or physician (Florida). The role organizes the clinical environment, supports physicians and nursing personnel, helps identify patient needs or problems, and communicates relevant information to the provider or clinical team. The MA provides quality customer service, follows policies and procedures—including infection control, privacy, and confidentiality requirements—and completes mandatory training. The role offers performance recognition and development opportunities for other roles. Pay is $16–$29 per hour based on full-time employment, with pay determined by factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and a 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED equivalent.
Current nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification, or ability to obtain certification within 180 days of employment. Medical Assistants hired before certification are expected to perform at the same level as a certified Medical Assistant.
Current BLS certification for healthcare providers, including written exam and in-person assessment, at hire or within 30 days of hire.
Basic computer literacy and intermediate Excel skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Good communication and customer service skills.
Tuberculosis screening and proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis through laboratory confirmation, documented vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of disease.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant.
Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
Bilingual.

Responsibilities

Perform duties within the scope of a Medical Assistant’s practice.
Operate diagnostic equipment without interpreting test results; remove staples from superficial wounds; change wound dressings and obtain cultures; administer non-intravenous medication; collect simple noninvasive specimens and blood specimens by venipuncture or capillary collection; and perform EKGs.
Perform quality-control checks on equipment.
Prepare and sterilize medical equipment using an autoclave.
Room patients according to policy and procedures and prepare them for examination.
Record patient-care documentation accurately and in a timely manner in the medical record.
Coordinate patient care as directed by physicians and company standards and policies.
Respect patient confidentiality and treat patients with courtesy and respect.
Organize exam and treatment rooms, stock and clean rooms, and sterilize instruments.
Practice standard infection-control precautions.
Conduct telephone and in-person screening limited to intake and information gathering without exercising judgment based on clinical knowledge.
Support and follow the Standard Delegation of Orders (SDO).
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Complete mandatory training and follow applicable policies and procedures.