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Senior Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine
Requisition number: 2362110
Job category: Healthcare Delivery
Primary location: Springfield, Union, NJ
Date posted: 05/18/2026
Overtime status: Non-exempt
Travel: No
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$1,000 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 whileCaring. 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 time of service; communicates identified needs in a timely manner
Directs and/or escorts patients to exam rooms in a timely manner
Demonstrated clinical competence when assisting physician/mid-level healthcare professional and/or nurse during exams and office diagnostic procedures/treatments
Performs authorized procedures competently (i.e. vital signs, vision screening, selected laboratory tests) as directed by physician or nurse in clinical practice area
Seeks validation/guidance from physicians, mid-level healthcare professional and/or nurse when necessary
Prepares e-prescriptions for processing to pharmacies when instructed to do so by physician per policy
Inspects, cleans/prepares and processes instruments/equipment according to manufacturers' guidelines
Processes specimens for transport to laboratory, ensuring that specimens are properly labeled, and appropriate orders have been placed in EPIC
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
Nationally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification from one of the following agencies: NAHP, NCCT, AAMA, AMT, NHA
2+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical office, clinic or hospital setting
Preferred Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program
Current CPR / BLS certification
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 $17.98 to $32.12 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.
UnitedHealth Group 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.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Our mission of helping people live healthier lives extends to our team members. Learn more about our range of benefits designed to help you live well.
Life
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Emotional
Education, tools and resources to help you reduce and manage stress, build resilience and more.
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Being able to connect with so many people that all have the same goal in giving the best care possible is something truly special.
Brooke G.
Senior Pharmacy Technician
At Optum, I receive the support, resources, and flexibility that I want so that I can be the best doctor possible while also finding personal and professional satisfaction.
Dr. Conan T.
Regional Chief of Primary Care
We're applying artificial intelligence to build something that can help people in their most distressed moments. The problems you work on here have an impact on someone's life.
Achala S.
Senior Director and AI Architect
Being able to connect with so many people that all have the same goal in giving the best care possible is something truly special.
Brooke G.
Senior Pharmacy Technician
At Optum, I receive the support, resources, and flexibility that I want so that I can be the best doctor possible while also finding personal and professional satisfaction.
Dr. Conan T.
Regional Chief of Primary Care
We're applying artificial intelligence to build something that can help people in their most distressed moments. The problems you work on here have an impact on someone's life.
Achala S.
Senior Director and AI Architect
Being able to connect with so many people that all have the same goal in giving the best care possible is something truly special.
Brooke G.
Senior Pharmacy Technician
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UnitedHealth Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call ... to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.
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UnitedHealth Group 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. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Senior Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine
Requisition number: 2362110
Job category: Healthcare Delivery
Primary location: Springfield, Union, NJ
Date posted: 05/18/2026
Overtime status: Non-exempt
Travel: No
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$1,000 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 whileCaring. 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 time of service; communicates identified needs in a timely manner
Directs and/or escorts patients to exam rooms in a timely manner
Demonstrated clinical competence when assisting physician/mid-level healthcare professional and/or nurse during exams and office diagnostic procedures/treatments
Performs authorized procedures competently (i.e. vital signs, vision screening, selected laboratory tests) as directed by physician or nurse in clinical practice area
Seeks validation/guidance from physicians, mid-level healthcare professional and/or nurse when necessary
Prepares e-prescriptions for processing to pharmacies when instructed to do so by physician per policy
Inspects, cleans/prepares and processes instruments/equipment according to manufacturers' guidelines
Processes specimens for transport to laboratory, ensuring that specimens are properly labeled, and appropriate orders have been placed in EPIC
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
Nationally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification from one of the following agencies: NAHP, NCCT, AAMA, AMT, NHA
2+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical office, clinic or hospital setting
Preferred Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program
Current CPR / BLS certification
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 $17.98 to $32.12 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.
UnitedHealth Group 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.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Apply
Internal apply
Bookmark job
Back to nav
Benefits
Our mission of helping people live healthier lives extends to our team members. Learn more about our range of benefits designed to help you live well.
Life
Resources and support to focus on what matters most to you, in every facet of your life.
Emotional
Education, tools and resources to help you reduce and manage stress, build resilience and more.
Physical
Health plans and other coverage to support wellness for you and your loved ones.
Financial
Benefits for today and to help you plan for the future, including your retirement.
Learn more
Back to nav
Previous slide
Being able to connect with so many people that all have the same goal in giving the best care possible is something truly special.
Brooke G.
Senior Pharmacy Technician
At Optum, I receive the support, resources, and flexibility that I want so that I can be the best doctor possible while also finding personal and professional satisfaction.
Dr. Conan T.
Regional Chief of Primary Care
We're applying artificial intelligence to build something that can help people in their most distressed moments. The problems you work on here have an impact on someone's life.
Achala S.
Senior Director and AI Architect
Being able to connect with so many people that all have the same goal in giving the best care possible is something truly special.
Brooke G.
Senior Pharmacy Technician
At Optum, I receive the support, resources, and flexibility that I want so that I can be the best doctor possible while also finding personal and professional satisfaction.
Dr. Conan T.
Regional Chief of Primary Care
We're applying artificial intelligence to build something that can help people in their most distressed moments. The problems you work on here have an impact on someone's life.
Achala S.
Senior Director and AI Architect
Being able to connect with so many people that all have the same goal in giving the best care possible is something truly special.
Brooke G.
Senior Pharmacy Technician
Next slide
Go to slide 1
Go to slide 2
Go to slide 3
Back to nav
We're honored to be recognized for our exceptional work culture
Back to nav
Discover our family of businesses
See how we're structured to help build a modern, high-performing health system.
Learn more
Explore our hiring process
Learn what to expect when you pursue an opportunity with us.
Learn more
How we're transforming care
Find out how we're making care smarter and more personalized.
Learn more
Back to nav
Connect with us
YouTube
Do not sell or share my personal information
Social responsibility
Fraudulent activity
Cookie management
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Privacy Policy Family & Medical Leave Act (PDF) Equal Employment Law Poster (PDF) SMS Terms & Conditions (PDF) Employee Polygraph Protection Act (PDF) E-Verify Participation Poster (PDF) Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (PDF) Immigrant and Employee Right to Work Poster (PDF) Health Plan Notices (PDF) County of LA Fair Chance Ordinance (PDF)
2026 UnitedHealth Group. All rights reserved.
UnitedHealth Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call ... to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.
UnitedHealth Group is a registered service mark of UnitedHealth Group, Inc. The UnitedHealth Group name with the dimensional logo, as well as the dimensional logo alone, are both service marks for the UnitedHealth Group, Inc.
UnitedHealth Group 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. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Job ID: 522462971
Originally Posted on: 5/26/2026
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