Medical Assistant, Peoples Health, Slidell

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UnitedHealth Group

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Slidell, Louisiana

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant supports providers by delivering high-quality, patient-centered clinical care and assisting with examinations, treatments, and procedures. They are responsible for documenting patient information, maintaining clinical equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, current BLS certification, and at least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic clinical procedures is essential, along with a valid driver's license and reliable transportation for local travel. Experience with electronic health records and medical assistant certification are preferred.

Job Description

At 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 to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.


The Medical Assistant supports providers by delivering high quality, patient centered clinical care in a service center setting. This role assists with provider orders, patient intake, vital signs, and clinical procedures while ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and organizational standards. The Medical Assistant works collaboratively as part of the care team to support efficient clinic operations and a positive patient experience.


Primary Responsibilities:

  • Collect and document patient information, including vital signs, medical history, medications, and allergies
  • Assist providers with examinations, treatments, injections, and clinical procedures as directed
  • Prepare patients for visits, support pre visit and follow up care, and coordinate preventive care activities
  • Educate patients on basic self care, procedures, and follow up instructions using clear, understandable language
  • Maintain and prepare exam rooms, equipment, and supplies; ensure proper functioning of clinical equipment
  • Support patient safety initiatives and comply with infection control, HIPAA, and scope of practice guidelines
  • Utilize electronic health records (EHR/EMR) and scheduling systems to document care accurately and timely
  • Communicate effectively with providers, care team members, and patients regarding clinical needs and concerns
  • Participate in emergency and crisis response procedures as required


Core Competencies:

  • Patient care and care coordination
  • Clinical documentation and compliance
  • Communication and teamwork
  • Time management and organization
  • Adaptability in a fast paced healthcare environment


Values & Behaviors:

  • Acts with integrity and complies with applicable laws and policies
  • Demonstrates compassion and a strong focus on patient experience
  • Collaborates effectively and communicates clearly with diverse teams
  • Supports innovation and adapts to change
  • Delivers high quality, detail oriented work with sound judgment


You’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 diploma or equivalent
  • Current BLS certification at time of hire or within 30 days of hire
  • 1+ years of Medical Assistant experience
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and basic clinical procedures
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Valid driver’s license within the state of work and access to reliable transportation
  • Ability to travel locally about 25%25 of the time to various clinics as assigned


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Current Medical Assistant Certification (CMA or equivalent)
  • Experience working in a clinical or ambulatory care setting
  • Familiarity with electronic medical record systems


Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed to meet business and patient care needs.


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.


At 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.

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.

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UnitedHealth Group

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company with a mission to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. We are 340,000 colleagues in two distinct and complementary businesses working to help build a modern, high-performing health system through improved access, affordability, outcomes and experiences. Optum delivers care aided by technology and data, empowering people, partners and providers with the guidance and tools they need to achieve better health. UnitedHealthcare offers a full range of health benefits, enabling affordable coverage, simplifying the health care experience and delivering access to high-quality care. We work with governments, employers, partners and providers to care for 147 million people and share a vision of a value-based system of care that provides compassionate and equitable care. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission calls us, our values guide us and our diverse culture connects us as we seek to improve care for the consumers we are privileged to serve and their communities. Click below to search careers or join our social communities: • Search & apply for careers at careers.unitedhealthgroup.com/ • Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/UnitedHealthGrp • Follow and like us on Facebook at facebook.com/unitedhealthgroup • Follow us on Instagram at instagram.com/unitedhealthgroup More about UnitedHealth Group can be found at unitedhealthgroup.com/
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