Medical Assistant - Pediatrics
About The Position
Optum NJ is seeking a Medical Assistant to join their team in Jersey City, NJ. Optum is a clinician-led care organization focused on improving healthcare delivery. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you will contribute to the vision of making healthcare better for everyone. You will have the support of a global organization to help patients live healthier lives. The role involves providing patient care, coordinating with the care team, and assisting physicians with clinical procedures. The position offers a rewarding career with opportunities for professional growth and community impact.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- 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 OR Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program
- 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
Benefits
- Excellent benefits within 30 days
- PTO
- paid holidays
- 401K
- tuition reimbursement
- comprehensive benefits package
- incentive and recognition programs
- equity stock purchase
- 401k contribution
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
