Internal Medicine Medical Assistant, Wellesley Atrius Health

$16 - $25 / hour

Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind  Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position Details:

Location: 230 Worcester Street, Wellesley, MA, 02481
Department: Internal Medicine
Schedule: Full time, 40 hours/weekly. Monday through Friday, scheduled hours between 7:00AM - 6:00PM. Schedule has the option of 4 days x 10 hours or 5 days x 8 hours, determined in advance by hiring manager based off staffing needs
- 10 Hour Days: Scheduled shifts either 7:00AM - 5:30PM or 7:30AM to 6:00PM
- 8 Hour Days: Scheduled shifts 7:00AM - 3:30PM, 7:30AM - 4:00PM, 8:00PM - 4:30PM, 8:30AM - 5:00PM, 9:00AM - 5:30PM, or 9:30AM - 6:00PM

As the Medical Assistant, you will assist clinicians with routine clinical procedures and tests in the exam room. Advises patients of preparation and testing required for exams. Ensures all pre-visit work required for exam is completed and that lab and other test results are available in the electronic medical record (EMR). You will also provide direct clinical support to one or more assigned clinicians.

Primary Responsibilities:

Provides efficient flow of patients to optimize patient appointment availability
Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms according to policy and procedures
Prepare patient for examination: measures vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse rate, weight, and height
Assist clinicians with routine clinical procedures and/or additional tests specific to the department.
Advises patients of preparation or pre-visit testing required for exams specific to the department
Ensures patients' electronic medical record (EMR) is updated with medical information, including recent testing and consultations, including confirming demographic information, medications, allergies and chief medical complaints, and ensuring the EMR patient data is accurate and up to date
Keeps patients informed of visit status, unforeseen delays and other relevant information
Reconcile medications and sets up pending refills. Discontinues prescriptions that are no longer active
Assists in resolving minor patients' concerns and complaints as appropriate
Orders and performs point of care testing on patients; classified as waived testing (e.g., strep, urine, hcg and glucose testing)
Perform other duties as assigned

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 equivalency certificate (e.g. GED, HiSET, TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit or a Medical Assistant Certification
Computer knowledge and aptitude

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate degree in medical assisting or graduate of medical assistant certification program
One (1) year experience in a clinical setting (a bachelor's or associate degree may be substituted for experience)
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
Ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs
Electronic medical record (EMR) experience
Knowledge of reagent stability and storage
Understands the testing procedure and factors influencing test results

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 $25.00 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 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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