Medical Assistant - Primary Care Plus - Westwego

Medical AssistantAt UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.As an active participant of the primary care patient centered medical home team, the Medical Assistant engages in a collaborative process with members of a multidisciplinary team which may include a Physician, Nurse Practitioner, RN Care Manager, Social Worker, MA Lead, and Clinic Manager. The team assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates options and services to meet a patient's health needs through communication and utilization of available resources to promote quality, cost effective outcomes.The Medical Assistant provides quality nursing care to patients and assists the Physician and Nurse Practitioners in the clinical setting.The Medical Assistant collaborates with the primary care provider and other members of the care team and supports the patient by providing routine care, patient education, and self-management support.This position functions in a direct patient care role and is compliant with Regulatory and Quality Improvement activities (HIPAA, OSHA, Disease Management, etc.)Primary Responsibilities:As part of a multi-disciplinary care coordination team:Addresses the total patient, inclusive of medical, psychosocial, behavioral, cultural, and spiritual needsInvolves the individual patient and caregiver, as appropriate, in decision makingFacilitates communication and coordination among members of the care teamProvides patient care to include patient assessment prior to physician's/nurse practitioner's examination, serves as patient advocate/liaison by answering questions related to care and treatment, as appropriate, provides patient education and self-management support, implements physician orders (injections, prescription refills, diagnostic tests, referrals, etc.) and assists providers with procedures.Escorts patient to exam roomParticipates in team 'huddles' and ensures electronic medical record (EMR) is prepared for the clinic visitTriages phone calls to the appropriate department and enters the call into the EMR as a Telephone Encounter. After the call has been addressed, communicates with the patient and documents in the Telephone EncounterMaintains cleanliness of the patient care areas (exam rooms)Ensures exam rooms are stocked at all timesCleans and disinfects instruments according to policyPerforms clinic tasks as directed by Clinic ManagerAssists Clinic Manager with the ordering and receiving of medical supplies and medicationsWorks closely with the Clinic Manager and Quality Manager to create and implement new clinic processesReviews all required education courses (live and online) and applies to daily clinic practiceMaintains competency of clinical skillsCore Competencies:Excellent communication skillsTime managementAbility to multi-task/prioritizeComputer/EMR SkillsProfessionalismAbility to work well with a diverse group of peopleCritical thinking/sound judgmentFlexibilityWillingness to take directivesCompassionateStrong work ethicDependabilityYou'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.Required Qualifications:Current CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain within 30 days1+ years of clinic experience or related experience in a medical settingComputer experienceKnowledge of OSHA/HIPAA compliancePreferred Qualifications:Current Medical Assistance certificationEMR trainingPhysical Demands/Working Conditions:Ability to stand for long periodsExtensive walkingMust be able to lift up to 20 poundsAbility to bend and sitPay 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). The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $29.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.