Medical Assistant - Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus

UnitedHealth Group • Miller Place, NY

16h • $16 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Opportunities with Optum in the Tri-State region (formerly CareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York and Riverside Medical Group). Come make a difference in the lives of people who turn to us for care at one of our hundreds of locations across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Work with state-of-the-art technology and brilliant co-workers who share your passion for helping people feel their best. Join a dynamic health care organization and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Requirements

• High school education, GED or equivalent experience
• 1+ years of healthcare experience
• Ability to work Saturday with flexible schedule (8am to 8pm)

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination
• Take patient assessment, medical history, and visual acuity
• Performing diagnostic tests involving the eyes and vision
• Administering Eye Drops
• Maintain and stock all exam rooms
• Clean and maintain all instruments
• Collect and calculate diagnostic data: K readings, refraction, visual fields
• Assist physician in minor office procedures
• Assist patients in obtaining prior authorizations for all procedures and medications
• Return and answer patient phone calls
• Preparing patients’ charts for visit

Benefits

• a comprehensive benefits package
• incentive and recognition programs
• equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED