Medical Assistant Fort Worth TX
Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Fort Worth
Posted on: November 17, 2023
Job Description:
**$1500 Sign on Bonus Available for External
Candidates**Incentive Bonus 2 times a year18 days of PTO & Closed
on Major HolidaysMA Certification Fee Reimbursement - 401K
MatchOpportunities at WellMed, -part of the Optum family of
businesses. We believe all patients are entitled to the highest
level of medical care. Here, you will join a team who shares your
passion for helping people achieve better health. With
opportunities for physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing
roles, you can make a difference with us as you discover the
meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.------ -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)Position in this function
organizes the clinical environment and provides support in patient
care situations. Support includes but is not limited to assisting
physicians and nursing personnel, including those 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. Completes mandatory training.Primary
Responsibilities: -
- Performs all duties within the scope of a Medical Assistant's
practice. Operates diagnostic equipment (cannot interpret tests),
remove 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 assignedYou'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: -
- 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 who are 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
- Knowledge of medical terminology -
- Basic computer literacy, with intermediate Excel skills
- Demonstrated ability to react calmly and effectively in
emergency situations -
- Proven good communication and customer service skills -
- This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as 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
- Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding
- BilingualAt UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people
live healthier lives and make the health system work better for
everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality,
age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their
healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many
barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by
people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with
lower incomes. 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. - -Diversity creates
a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment
Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected
veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any
other characteristic protected by law. -UnitedHealth Group is a
drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test
before beginning employment. -
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