Medical Assistant - Eugene

Overview

$3,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

We are hiring for various specialty and primary care openings throughout Eugene and Springfield, OR. Specialties include Rheumatology, Urgent Care, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, and more!

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.

Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Optum s Pacific West region is redefining health care with a focus on health equity, affordability, quality, and convenience. From California to Oregon and Washington, we are focused on helping more than 2.5 million patients live healthier lives and helping the health system work better for everyone. At Optum Pacific West, we care. We care for our team members, our patients, and our communities.

Join our culture of caring and make a positive and lasting impact on health care for millions.

Position in this function works to assist OMG providers in providing health care at OMG clinic locations. The Medical Assistant serves the patient and the provider by gathering and maintaining the necessary medical information in a cheerful, friendly, personable manner; providing quality patient care and helping to establish rapport between the physician and patient.

• Prepares patients for examination and treatment and documents chief complaints
• Obtains patient histories and vital signs and records accurately in the Electronic Medical Record
• Assists with patient exams, procedures and collection of specimens as assigned
• Retrieves laboratory and radiology test results and instructs patients regarding medications and treatment per physician s instructions
• Understands and interprets current immunization schedule. Administers injections safely
• Stocks supplies and prepares exam rooms and instruments for examinations, testing or minor surgeries
• Responds to incoming phone calls and refers if necessary. Calls patients as necessary to follow up and/or schedule appointments

• High school diploma or equivalent
• MA Certification from the AAMA, NCCT, NHA, or RMA, or the ability to obtain certification within 60 days of hire
• Healthcare provider level CPR/BLS certification, or the ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire

• 1+ years of Medical Assistant experience
• Experience with electronic medical record systems

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $27.69 (For Eugene, OR only: $19.00 to $25.00) per hour based on full-time employment. In addition to your salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Optum Care 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. Optum Care is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.