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Medical Assistant - Optum New Port Richey

Optum
Benefits eligible 1st of month following start date.
United States, Florida, New Port Richey
Mar 05, 2025
$2,200 Sign On Bonus for External Candidates Bonus Incentives 2 x a year & 18 Days PTO Certification Fee Reimbursement The Medical Assistant reports to the Center Administrator and provides routine patient care within his/her level of training and functions under the direction/guidance of the clinical supervisor and/or the physician in accordance with relevant state statutes. Primary Responsibilities: Consistently exhibits behavior and communication skills that demonstrate commitment to superior customer service, including quality and care and concern with each and every internal and external customer Under direction and supervision of physician, administers medications, administers immunizations, EKGs, ear washes, and other patient services. Assists in simple office and minor surgical procedures. Assists with the education of the patient and/or family as directed by the physician Performs venipuncture under the direction of a physician or advance care practitioner Contacts patients as needed to give testing results instructions from the physician and scheduling of necessary visits. Answers telephone inquiries and triage calls. Responsible for all laboratory duties including drawing, spinning, prepping blood for testing and maintaining appropriate logs. Acts as liaison between all independent lab services and the center Required Qualifications: High school graduate, GED or equivalent Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers (AHA) or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross) at time of hire or within 30 days of hire 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 Preferred Qualifications: 2+ years of relevant back office, medical assisting experience Solid Phlebotomy Skills Qualifications - External