Medical Assistant - Primary Care
About The Position
Optum NY is seeking an Associate Medical Assistant to join its Primary Care team in Mount Kisco, New York. The Associate Medical Assistant provides care to patients and significant others through direct and/or telephone contact, following established standards and practices. The role coordinates with other care-team members to support seamless care delivery, coordinate efforts, and encourage active patient participation in care planning. The Medical Assistant also assists physicians and other providers with clinical procedures. The designated shift falls between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with rotating late nights on Wednesday and Thursday and rotating Saturdays. The role offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates and benefits including PTO, paid holidays, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement, subject to eligibility requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 2 years of related experience in the field.
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program.
- At least 1 year of recent experience as a medical assistant.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate clinical competence in direct patient care within established practice areas and assist physicians with procedures.
- Perform clinical duties within scope of practice and comply with department standards, policies, and protocols.
- Take a proactive approach to patient care, address individual and family needs, and communicate identified needs in a timely manner.
- Direct or escort patients to exam rooms in a timely manner.
- Assist physicians, mid-level healthcare professionals, and/or nurses during examinations and office diagnostic procedures or treatments.
- Perform authorized procedures, such as taking vital signs, vision screening, and selected laboratory tests, as directed by a physician or nurse.
- Seek guidance or validation from physicians, mid-level healthcare professionals, and/or nurses when necessary.
- Prepare e-prescriptions for pharmacy processing when instructed by a physician and in accordance with policy.
- Inspect, clean, prepare, and process instruments and equipment according to manufacturers’ guidelines.
- Process specimens for laboratory transport, ensuring they are properly labeled and appropriate orders are placed in EPIC.
Benefits
- $3,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.
- Benefits available within 30 days, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Paid holidays.
- 401(k) contribution.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
