Medical Assistant (SEIU), Ortho- Kenmore- Atrius Health
$33,280–$52,000 year
On-siteBoston, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Greet and escort patients to exam rooms, measure vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, weight, and height, and prepare patients for examinations. Assist clinicians with routine clinical procedures and waived point-of-care testing such as strep, urine, hCG, and glucose. Ensure the electronic medical record is updated with accurate patient data, medications, allergies, and test results while advising patients on required pre-visit preparations. Manage patient flow to optimize appointment availability, reconcile medications, set up pending refills, and address minor patient concerns. Full-time employment with an hourly range of $16.00 to $25.00. High School diploma or Medical Assistant Certification required; BLS certification preferred. Join Optum Care Delivery to contribute to improved care for millions of patients.
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalency certificate from an accredited institution or governmental unit or a Medical Assistant Certification
- Computer experience
Desired Qualifications
- Associate degree in medical assisting or graduate of medical assistant certification
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
- Experience typically acquired through a minimum of one-year prior experience in a clinical or customer service setting as determined by the department (a bachelor's or associate degree may be substituted for experience)
- Ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs
- Electronic medical record (EMR) experience and/or aptitude to master the EMR based on other technology experience
- Knowledge of reagent stability and storage
- Understands the testing procedure and factors influencing test results
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