Medical Assistant 2398030 | Lakewood, Colorado

Primary Responsibilities: Consistently exhibit behavior and communication skills that demonstrate the company's commitment to superior customer service, including quality care and concern with internal and external customers Use, protect, and disclose patients' protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards Anticipate the clinician's needs and carries out orders Check for patients' arrival status and escorts patients from waiting area to exam rooms. Escorts patients to ancillary services as needed Obtain, record, and report vital signs and other pertinent patient information to RN, LVN, or clinician Perform various medical procedures and medication administration as appropriate for their certification Perform phlebotomy, process lab specimens, and maintain lab specimen logs as appropriate Assist clinician with procedures as requested Ensure proper documentation of all procedures Maintain and clean exam and treatment areas, specimen processing areas, and medical equipment Complete or assist with the completion of appropriate forms, tracking, transport, etc. 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 Completion of a Medical Assistant program, or relevant experience BLS certification or willing to obtain within 30 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications: 1+ years of experience in an ambulatory care setting as a Medical Assistant/EMT Electronic medical records (EMR) experience Experience in primary care, internal medicine or specialty care such as pediatrics, pain management, cardiology, urology, orthopedics, oncology, senior care, OBGYN, urgent care Bilingual English and Spanish Willing to travel to various OptumCare CO clinic locations as needed 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 $16.00 to $29.00 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 help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.