Cardiology Medical Assistant - WellMed Specialists for Health
Optum, San Antonio, TX, United States
Benefits
$2200 Sign on Bonus
available for external candidates.
Incentive Bonus
2 times a year.
18 days of PTO
& closed on major holidays.
MA Certification Fee Reimbursement
& 401K Match.
About the Role
The Medical Assistant (MA) participates in providing patient care at the appropriate skill level. They have a duty to provide a standard of care that meets or exceeds that of a reasonably competent and knowledgeable Medical Assistant. The MA performs duties within their scope of practice delegated by and under the supervision of a provider (TX) or physician (FL).
Duties include: organizing the clinical environment and providing support in patient care situations. Support includes but is not limited to assisting physicians and nursing personnel, with skills listed under job functions below, along with various other procedures under the direct supervision and responsibility of a medical provider. The MA assists in identifying patient needs or problems and communicating data to the provider or other members of the clinical team. The MA delivers quality customer service, ensures policy and procedures are followed including infection control, privacy and confidentiality, and completes mandatory training.
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 noninvasive techniques and collects blood specimens via venipuncture or via capillary, performs EKGs. Performs 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.
Coordinates 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.
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).
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High school graduate or GED equivalent.
Current, nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification or the ability to obtain the certification within 180 days of employment. Medical Assistants hired prior to receiving their certification are expected to perform at the same level as a "certified" Medical Assistant.
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, with intermediate Excel skills.
Proven knowledge of medical terminology.
Demonstrated ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Requires tuberculosis screening and proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity, documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of disease.
Preferred Qualifications
1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
Proven knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
Bilingual.
Solid communication and customer service skills.
Compensation & Additional Benefits
Pay ranges from $16.15 to $28.80 per hour based on full-time employment. This salary is influenced by local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, and other factors. In addition to salary, the position offers a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contributions (subject to eligibility). The company complies with all applicable minimum wage laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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$2200 Sign on Bonus
available for external candidates.
Incentive Bonus
2 times a year.
18 days of PTO
& closed on major holidays.
MA Certification Fee Reimbursement
& 401K Match.
About the Role
The Medical Assistant (MA) participates in providing patient care at the appropriate skill level. They have a duty to provide a standard of care that meets or exceeds that of a reasonably competent and knowledgeable Medical Assistant. The MA performs duties within their scope of practice delegated by and under the supervision of a provider (TX) or physician (FL).
Duties include: organizing the clinical environment and providing support in patient care situations. Support includes but is not limited to assisting physicians and nursing personnel, with skills listed under job functions below, along with various other procedures under the direct supervision and responsibility of a medical provider. The MA assists in identifying patient needs or problems and communicating data to the provider or other members of the clinical team. The MA delivers quality customer service, ensures policy and procedures are followed including infection control, privacy and confidentiality, and completes mandatory training.
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 noninvasive techniques and collects blood specimens via venipuncture or via capillary, performs EKGs. Performs 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.
Coordinates 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.
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).
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High school graduate or GED equivalent.
Current, nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification or the ability to obtain the certification within 180 days of employment. Medical Assistants hired prior to receiving their certification are expected to perform at the same level as a "certified" Medical Assistant.
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, with intermediate Excel skills.
Proven knowledge of medical terminology.
Demonstrated ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Requires tuberculosis screening and proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity, documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of disease.
Preferred Qualifications
1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
Proven knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
Bilingual.
Solid communication and customer service skills.
Compensation & Additional Benefits
Pay ranges from $16.15 to $28.80 per hour based on full-time employment. This salary is influenced by local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, and other factors. In addition to salary, the position offers a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contributions (subject to eligibility). The company complies with all applicable minimum wage laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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