Assistant Clinical Care- Hematology/ Oncology/ Infusion
Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists, Wichita, KS, United States
Job Overview
The medical assistant performs a variety of duties involving clinical and administrative patient care while adhering to the standards of the practice. Provides care to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Assists in the examination and treatment of patients by taking and recording vital signs such as blood pressure, temperatures, height, weight, etc. Assists physician and others with simple to moderate clinical/diagnostic procedures such as urine cultures, pregnancy tests, throat cultures, etc. Prepares treatment rooms. Performs a variety of clerical functions to support office functions. Performs related duties to facilitate the efficient utilization of computer-based information. This position performs a full range of medical support services while ensuring the highest level of patient care and satisfaction.
Position Details
Location : Worcester, MA
Department : Pediatrics
Schedule : Full time, 38.75 hours/weekly, Monday through Friday, hours between 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Primary Responsibilities
Prepare examination rooms and sterilize medical equipment & instruments
Room patients, obtain health history and check vital signs
Document patient care using electronic medical record software
Perform phlebotomy, urinalysis and handle patient specimen samples
Administer medications and perform injections/immunizations
Assist providers with minor, in-office procedures and perform point-of-care testing
Required Qualifications
Medical Assistant diploma, technical certificate or certification OR 1+ years of experience performing the critical skills of a medical assistant after on‑the‑job training OR current enrollment in an accredited Medical Assistant program OR EMT certification
Preferred Qualifications
Active medical assistant certification (CMA, CCMA, NCMA, RMA and CMAC)
CPR certification
Experience with electronic medical records software (EPIC)
Experience performing medical back‑office tasks including obtaining vital signs, injections/immunizations, phlebotomy, urinalysis and administering medications
Proven excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits
Sign On Bonus : $1,000 for external candidates.
Pay : The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $25.05 per hour based on full-time employment. 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 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
Equal Opportunity & Workplace Policies
OptumCare 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.
OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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The medical assistant performs a variety of duties involving clinical and administrative patient care while adhering to the standards of the practice. Provides care to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Assists in the examination and treatment of patients by taking and recording vital signs such as blood pressure, temperatures, height, weight, etc. Assists physician and others with simple to moderate clinical/diagnostic procedures such as urine cultures, pregnancy tests, throat cultures, etc. Prepares treatment rooms. Performs a variety of clerical functions to support office functions. Performs related duties to facilitate the efficient utilization of computer-based information. This position performs a full range of medical support services while ensuring the highest level of patient care and satisfaction.
Position Details
Location : Worcester, MA
Department : Pediatrics
Schedule : Full time, 38.75 hours/weekly, Monday through Friday, hours between 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Primary Responsibilities
Prepare examination rooms and sterilize medical equipment & instruments
Room patients, obtain health history and check vital signs
Document patient care using electronic medical record software
Perform phlebotomy, urinalysis and handle patient specimen samples
Administer medications and perform injections/immunizations
Assist providers with minor, in-office procedures and perform point-of-care testing
Required Qualifications
Medical Assistant diploma, technical certificate or certification OR 1+ years of experience performing the critical skills of a medical assistant after on‑the‑job training OR current enrollment in an accredited Medical Assistant program OR EMT certification
Preferred Qualifications
Active medical assistant certification (CMA, CCMA, NCMA, RMA and CMAC)
CPR certification
Experience with electronic medical records software (EPIC)
Experience performing medical back‑office tasks including obtaining vital signs, injections/immunizations, phlebotomy, urinalysis and administering medications
Proven excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits
Sign On Bonus : $1,000 for external candidates.
Pay : The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $25.05 per hour based on full-time employment. 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 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
Equal Opportunity & Workplace Policies
OptumCare 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.
OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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