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Per Diem Medical Assistant (MA) I/II/III - Kelsey Seybold Clinic Bay Area Campus
Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
We are seeking qualified candidates for the role of Medical Assistant at varying levels (I II III). The selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level based on qualifications and experience. All levels contribute to patient care under the supervision of licensed medical professionals with increasing responsibilities at higher levels.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Medical Assistant I provides supportive patient care functions for an assigned clinical area under the supervision of a Physician Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse ensuring the safety and comfort of patients and families according to legal organizational and professional standards. Some duties may be delegated to the MA by the physician or RN
- Will consider Medical Assistant II and Medical Assistant III based on years of experience - this position requires additional duties which include administration of injectables and or other high level skill performance
- Medical Assistant I:
- Provide supportive patient care functions under supervision
- Ensure patient safety and comfort in accordance with legal and professional standards
- Perform delegated tasks as directed by a physician or RN
- Medical Assistant II:
- Includes all duties of MA I
- Administer injectables and perform advanced clinical tasks
- Requires additional experience and/or certification
- Medical Assistant III:
- Includes all duties of MA I and II
- Perform high-level clinical procedures
- Serve as a resource for less experienced staff
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 GED
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program OR 1+ years of directly related experience without certification
- BLS certification through the American Heart Association
- Basic medical/nursing terminology experience
- Demonstrated computer proficiency
Preferred Qualifications:
- For MA II:
- Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant
- 5+ years of directly related experience
- For MA III:
- Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant
- 8+ years of directly related experience
- Experience in Ambulatory Care
- EPIC and Windows-based computer systems experience
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.
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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Optum part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses is a global organization that delivers care aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care pharmacy benefits data and resources they need to feel their best. Here you will find a culture guided by inclusion talented peers comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. At Optum we support your well-being with an understanding team extensive benefits and rewarding opportunities. By joining us you’ll have the resources to drive system transformation while we help you take care of your future. We recognize the power of connection to drive change improve efficiency and make a difference in health care. Join a team where your skills and ideas can make an impact and where collaboration is key to creating technology that produces healthier outcomes.
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