This job is closed
We regret to inform you that the job you were interested in has been closed. Although this specific position is no longer available, we encourage you to continue exploring other opportunities on our job board.
Per Diem Medical Assistant
UnitedHealth Group - Fontana, CA
posted 2 months ago
About the position
As a Per Diem Medical Assistant at Optum, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality patient care in a clinical setting. This position involves working closely with healthcare experts to provide direct patient care, build relationships with patients and their families, and ensure efficient coordination of care. You will be responsible for various tasks including patient documentation, assisting with medical procedures, and maintaining a clean and safe environment for patient care.
Responsibilities
- Delivers high-quality patient care through face-to-face, telephone, and electronic contact for examination, treatment, monitoring, and preparation for diagnostic tests or procedures
- Collects and documents patient information, including vital signs, chief complaint, review of medications, allergies, health risk screen information, the status of extended care benefits, and other services
- Assists physicians and nursing personnel with injections, EKGs, phlebotomy, and other patient care procedures as directed
- Coordinates patient care as directed by physicians, company standards, and policies
- Assists with tasks, phone calls, and messages; documents all actions taken
- Completes proper and concise EMR documentation and paper-based documentation for all assessments and procedures
- Prepares and cleans patient rooms and set up instruments and equipment according to protocol while maintaining infection control
Requirements
- Completion of a Medical Assistant program
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or willing to obtain by date of hire
Nice-to-haves
- Phlebotomy certification
- 1+ years of experience working as a Medical Assistant
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR) experience
- Proven bilingual English and Spanish
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Incentive and recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase
- 401k contribution
