Optum NY – Medical Assistant Urgent Care – West Islip , NY

Opportunities with Optum in the Tri-State region (formerly CareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York and Riverside Medical Group). Come make a difference in the lives of people who turn to us for care at one of our hundreds of locations across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Work with state-of-the-art technology and brilliant co-workers who share your passion for helping people feel their best. Join a dynamic health care organization and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

 

The Medical Assistant is a vital member of the ProHEALTH care delivery team. This position has the responsibility of preparing exam rooms for patients, measuring vital signs, performing approved laboratory tests, assisting clinicians with patient care, and performing a variety of administrative tasks. The MA at ProHEALTH utilizes a variety of clinical and clerical skills to deliver excellent patient experiences.

 

This is an outstanding opportunity with a Fortune 5 Company to be at the forefront of our continued growth in this specialty area. Join us today! 

Schedule: Sunday 7a-3p , Thursday 7a-10p, Friday 2p-10p

Candidate must be Flexible with their Schedule

 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepares exam rooms by disinfecting, stocking, and verifying appropriate medications are available
  
• Greets patients and assist them with signing in and completing paperwork
  
• Answers incoming phone calls in a courteous and prompt manner
  
• Assists and accompanies patients to exam rooms
  
• Interviews patients and records information into the medical record
  
• Measures, collects, and records patient vital signs 
  
• Performs basic lab testing and other approved tests
  
• Displays proficient phlebotomy practices
  
• Prepares specimens for transportation to the lab
  
• Assists in examination and treatment of patients under clinician direction
  
• Places follow-up phone calls to patients
  
• Performs other duties as required

 

Compensation/Benefits Highlights:

• Competitive base pay and bonus rewards incentives
  
• Generous PTO package and eight holidays per year
  
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
  
• UnitedHealth Group offers medical, dental and vision health plans
  
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage
  
• Spouse or Domestic Partner Life Insurance and AD&D
  
• Child Life Insurance
  
• Short and Long Term Disability Coverage
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Employee Discounts
  
• Paid Parental Leave
  
• Adoption Assistance
  
• Group Legal Insurance
  
• Tuition Reimbursement
  
• Employee Assistance Program
  
• And more…
  

 

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:

• Proven solid computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Office – MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point
  
• Must be able to work a 15 hour shift on a Friday OR Saturday weekly
• Medical Assistant Certification

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Phlebotomy Certification
  
• 1+ years of Medical Assistant experience
  
• Experience with vital signs and basic lab tests (urinalysis, pregnancy tests, etc.)
  
• Experience with fingersticks for CBC testing
  
• EPIC EMR software experience
  
• Ability to speak Spanish

 

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 salary for this role will range from $33,280 to $57,600 annually 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.