Senior Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine

About this role

$3,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates Excellent benefits within 30 days, PTO, paid holidays, 401K, tuition reimbursement and more! Optum NJ, is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team in Springfield, NJ. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone

At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country

Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting

Growing together. The role of the Medical Assistant is to provide care to patients/significant others via direct and/or telephone contact, following established standards and practices. S/he coordinates with other members of the care team to ensure seamless care delivery, maximal coordination of efforts, and active patient participation in planning and care

Assists physician or other provider with clinical procedures. Schedule: Monday-Friday 3 8am-4pm shifts, 2 11am-7pm shifts, minimum of 1 Saturday per month 8am-1pm. Primary Responsibilities: Demonstrates clinical competence in the direct care of patients in established area(s) of practice and assisting MDs with procedures Performs clinical duties within scope of practice complying with the accepted department standards, policies, and protocols Demonstrates a proactive approach to patient care, focusing on addressing each patient's individual and family needs at the

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