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　　As a Co-Op Medical Assistant you are responsible for providing Physician support and ensuring the facility is running smoothly. This support is offered through many varied administrative tasks such as patient scheduling, assisting with referrals and authorizations, answering phones, filing, documenting, scanning and faxing. Co-Op Medical Assistants also perform a variety of clinical duties such as preparing exam rooms, collecting patient vitals and specimens, assisting in minor surgical procedure injections and other routine tasks as assigned.

　　Our teams utilize a collaborative working model to build connections across our centers and communities. The primary center for this position is Kent, OH, though you may also operate in other local work sites on an as needed basis.

　　Location: 307 W Main St, Suite B, Kent, OH

　　Status: Full time

　　Specialty: Primary Care

　　Primary Responsibilities:

　　Attends all required classes as assigned for medical assistant role in accordance with Unity Health Network's medical assistant program guidelines Collects specimens according to established procedures and per physician order (e.g., blood, urine, stool, sputum, etc.); performs limited testing of such specimens; logs results, performs minor calculations, gross examinations and logs results Schedules patients and provides instruction for special tests; performs special tests and procedures ordered (e.g., EKG, glucose tolerance, etc.). Prepares laboratory requisitions; arranges for transport of specimens to laboratory as appropriate. Completes consultation forms; notifies consulted physician; schedules consultation appointments; logs appropriately Maintains cleanliness of area and exam rooms; restocks and orders supplies within budgetary constraints; checks and cleans equipment, makes minor adjustments; reports need for repair or maintenance to supervisor Assists physician and/or nurse with special procedures; gathers necessary equipment of instruments; positions patient; responds to instructions given by physician or nurse Participates in care coordination, quality, efficiency and patient satisfaction as defined by the practice Verifies patient insurance and collaborates to monitor ongoing preauthorization needs. Collects and tracks patient charges; may directly interact with hospital system posting charges; reviews receivable and reporting denials Demonstrate clear understanding of the approved Electronic Medical Record (EMR) chosen by the department; that includes scheduling functions, medical record retrieval, letter generating and other essential access of the EMR for the professional providers. Checks reminders within EMR, regarding clinical quality measures

　　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 completion of an equivalent adult education program CPR and/or BLS certification

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Ability to collect samples (e.g., blood, throat cultures, etc.) and to perform limited tests Ability to operate microscope, cameras, videotape, etc.

　　Physical Requirements:

　　Requires full range of body motion which may include handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time

　　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.

　　Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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