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Medical Assistant MA WellMed Plano Texas

Optum/UHG · Plano, Texas, United States · US

Clinical Practice
–
physician
Nurse
Demand80
Career growth50
Healthcare fit20
Remote potential–
5-year outlook
Steady demand for medical assistants, but salary growth is limited without additional certifications or advancement to lead MA or other allied health roles.
Clinical license
Not required
Applicant reach
moderate
Seniority
entry
Employment type
–
Date found
2026-10-30

Intelligence details

Flexible work details

Eligible countries
United States
Profession fit
physician, Nurse
Rate period
Hourly

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Why this is worth applying to

Worth applying for those seeking clinical MA experience or a stepping stone into healthcare, but not for clinicians aiming for non-clinical career transitions.

Who should apply

Certified medical assistants, healthcare graduates, and IMGs seeking hands-on clinical experience in a primary care setting.

CV angle

Highlight direct patient care experience, clinical skills (EKG, venipuncture, specimen collection), EMR documentation, infection control, and strong communication/customer service.

Skills to highlight

  • Patient care
  • EKG
  • Venipuncture
  • Specimen collection
  • Infection control
  • Medical terminology
  • Electronic medical records
  • Customer service

Role summary

The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support under provider supervision, performing duties such as rooming patients, EKGs, specimen collection, wound care, and equipment sterilization.

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