Medical Assistant MA

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Auburn, MA, USA
In-Office
18-32 Hourly
Entry level
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The Role
Provides clinical support in a family practice, including preparing and sterilizing examination rooms, rooming patients, recording histories and vital signs, documenting in electronic medical records, performing phlebotomy and urinalysis, handling specimens, administering medications and injections, assisting with minor procedures, and conducting point-of-care testing.
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Requisition Number: 2383185
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus for External Candidates
Opportunities with Reliant Medical Group, part of the Optum family of businesses. Join a community-based, multi-specialty, physician-led organization where you will work with talented peers on a common purpose: improving the quality, cost and experience of health care. Here, we focus on delivering the best patient care, rather than volume. Through innovation and superior care management, we support patients and your well-being as a team member. Join a team at the forefront of value-based care and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Position Details:
  • Location: 4 Brotherton Way, Auburn, MA 01501
  • Department: Family Practice
  • Schedule: Full time, 38.75 hours/weekly, Monday through Friday, 7:30AM to 5:00PM

This position performs a full range of medical support services while ensuring the highest level of patient care and satisfaction.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Prepare examination rooms and sterilize medical equipment & instruments
  • Room patients, obtain health history and check vital signs
  • Document patient care using electronic medical record software
  • Perform phlebotomy, urinalysis and handle patient specimen samples
  • Administer medications and perform injections/immunizations
  • Assist providers with minor, in-office procedures and perform point-of-care testing

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:
  • Medical Assistant diploma, technical certificate or certification OR 1+ years of experience performing the critical skills of a medical assistant after on-the-job training OR Current enrollment in an accredited Medical Assistant program OR EMT certification
  • Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS-CPR) or completed within 90 days of date of hire

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Active medical assistant certification (CMA, CCMA, NCMA, RMA and CMAC)
  • CPR certification
  • Experience working as a Medical Assistant or EMT
  • Experience with electronic medical record software
  • Experience performing medical back-office tasks including obtaining vital signs, injections/immunizations, phlebotomy, urinalysis and administering medications
  • Proven excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

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 $18.00 to $32.00 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.

Skills Required

  • Medical Assistant diploma, technical certificate, or certification
  • At least 1 year of experience performing medical assistant critical skills after on-the-job training
  • Current enrollment in an accredited Medical Assistant program
  • EMT certification
  • Basic Life Support BLS-CPR certification, or completion within 90 days of hire
  • Active medical assistant certification such as CMA, CCMA, NCMA, RMA, or CMAC
  • CPR certification
  • Medical Assistant or EMT work experience
  • Experience with electronic medical record software
  • Experience with vital signs, injections or immunizations, phlebotomy, urinalysis, and medication administration
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

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Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Official materials highlight copay and HSA medical plan choices with in‑network preventive care at 100%, prescription coverage, and low/no‑cost virtual visits, plus company HSA contributions. Dental preventive services are 100% in network, and mental health resources include an EAP and premium Calm access.
  • Parental & Family Support Programs include six weeks paid parental leave, up to two weeks paid caregiver leave, and Bright Horizons back‑up care with enhanced family supports. Adoption assistance up to $10,000 for full‑time employees reinforces family‑oriented benefits.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility Financial benefits include an Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a 10% discount, expanding access to equity ownership.

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The Company
HQ: Eden Prairie, MN
160,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, 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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. At Optum, we support your well-being with an understanding team, extensive benefits and rewarding opportunities. By joining us, you’ll have the resources to drive system transformation while we help you take care of your future. We recognize the power of connection to drive change, improve efficiency and make a difference in health care. Join a team where your skills and ideas can make an impact and where collaboration is key to creating technology that produces healthier outcomes.

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