Medical Assistant WellMed at SW Military

Primary Responsibilities

• Performs all duties within the scope of a Medical Assistant's practice.
• Operates diagnostic equipment (cannot interpret tests).
• Removes staples from superficial wounds.
• Changes wound dressing and obtains cultures.
• Administers non-intravenous medication.
• Performs simple specimen collection via non-invasive techniques.
• Collects blood specimens via venipuncture or via capillary.
• Performs EKGs.
• Completes quality control checks on equipment.
• Prepares and sterilizes medical equipment using the autoclave.
• Rooms patients according to policy and procedures.
• Prepares patient for examination.
• Records patient care documentation in the medical record accurately and in a timely manner.
• Captors patient care as directed by physicians, company standards and policies.
• Respects patient confidentiality at all times and treats patients with courtesy and respect.
• Organizes exam and treatment rooms, stocks and cleans rooms and sterilizes instruments.
• P practices standard infection control precautions.
• Telephone and in-person screening limited to intake and gathering of information without requiring the exercise of judgment based on clinical knowledge.
• Supports and follows Standard Delegation of Orders (SDO).

Required Qualifications

• A high school graduate or GED equivalent.
• A current, nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification or the ability to obtain the certification within 180 days of employment. Medical Assistants who are hired prior to receiving their certification are expected to perform at the same level as a "certified" Medical Assistant.
• A current BLS certification for healthcare providers (written exam and in-person assessment) at time of hire or within 30 days of hire.
• Basic computer literacy required, with intermediate Excel skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• The ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• Bilingual.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Pay and Benefits

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.15 to $28.80 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Benefits

• Life
• Emotional
• Physical
• Financial

We’re honored to be recognized for our exceptional work culture