Medical Assistant (Spanish speaking required)

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Prep: Prepare patients for exams by taking vital signs and summarizing their medical history for the doctor.
• Spanish Fluency: Communicate clearly in Spanish to gather medical histories and explain physician instructions to families.
• Clinical Support: Set up clean, organized treatment rooms and assist the medical team as needed.
• Administrative Tasks: Handle phone calls, manage patient forms, and assist with scheduling, records, and billing.
• Office Operations: Track medical supplies and perform basic maintenance on equipment to keep the office running smoothly.
• Compliance: Follow all healthcare laws and standards, including HIPAA and OSHA.
• Compassionate Care: Provide kind and helpful support to all patients and families throughout their visit.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Bilingual: Must be fluent in both English and Spanish.
• Medical Knowledge: Familiarity with medical terms, clinical procedures, and EHR (Electronic Health Record) systems.
• Communication: Strong speaking skills and the ability to build a good rapport with families.
• Organization: Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks in a busy environment.
• Professionalism: Proven ability to handle private medical information with total discretion.
• Reliability: A dedicated team player who consistently meets goals and deadlines.

Benefits

Full-Time Benefits

• Multiple medical and prescription coverage options
• Dental and vision care plans
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), where applicable
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Voluntary critical illness, cancer, and accident insurance
• Voluntary hospital indemnity coverage
• Voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary term life insurance and AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Commuter benefits
• Group auto and homeowners insurance

Part-Time Benefits

• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• MetLife Auto/Vehicle & Home Insurance Discounts

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: One year of prior experience in a medical setting is preferred.
• Language: Must be fluent in both English and Spanish.
• Skills:
  
  • Proficiency in medical terminology and electronic health records (EHR) systems.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented.
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
  • Adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment