Medical Assistant- FibroScan in Gastroenterology

$6,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

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The Medical Assistant (MA) will play a critical role in supporting FibroScan procedures and ensuring a seamless patient experience. This position requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to provide compassionate care while maintaining operational efficiency.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Patient Preparation
  • Confirm that the patient has fasted for at least 3 hours prior to the scan
  • Explain the procedure clearly and address patient questions
  • Position the patient appropriately: Lying on their back with the right arm raised above the head and the right abdominal area exposed
• Equipment Setup and Operation
  • Select the appropriate probe type (M or XL) based on the patient's body type using the device's automated guidance 1
  • Apply water-based gel to the scan area to ensure proper contact and signal transmission
  • Place the FibroScan probe on the correct location of the abdomen and initiate the scan
  • Measurement and Data Collection
• Post-Procedure Duties
  • Clean the equipment and scan the area
  • Document the procedure and any observations in the patient's medical record for physician interpretation
• In addition to performing FibroScan, the MAs will:
  • Conduct initial patient outreach for scheduling and education
  • Coordinate provider orders and documentation to ensure seamless workflow
  • Support front and back-office operations, including vitals, managing supplies, and assisting with clinical documentation of the procedure
  • Serve as a liaison between patients and providers, enhancing care coordination and patient satisfaction

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 GED
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program, or relevant experience
• BLS certification or willing to obtain within 30 days of hire

Preferred Qualification:

• 1+ year of experience in an ambulatory care setting with use of FibroScan or experience in Gastroenterology

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 $16.00 to $27.69 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