Bilingual Medical Assistant

Delgado Medical Holdings Llc

Bilingual Medical Assistant

Bessemer, AL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Bonus based on performance

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Job Title: Bilingual Medical Assistant (Spanish/English)

    Job Summary:

    Clinica Medica Integral is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Bilingual Medical Assistant fluent in Spanish and English to join our patient-centered healthcare team. This role is essential in delivering high-quality care and ensuring effective communication for our diverse patient population.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Administrative Duties:

    Greet and check in patients, verify insurance, and collect payments.

    Schedule appointments, manage referrals, and handle prior authorizations

    Answer phones, respond to patient inquiries, and relay messages to clinical staff

    Support front desk operations as needed.

    Clinical Duties:

    Prepare exam rooms and assist physicians with examinations and procedures

    Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints

    Administer injections

    Perform EKGs, collect lab specimens, conduct basic CLIA-waived testing, and one moderately complex (CBC) test.

    Prepare patients for procedures and provide instructions for treatment or follow-up care.

    Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in the EHR system, and scan results into system.

    Dispense in-house medicines to patient

    Language & Communication:

    Translate medical information, consent forms, and instructions accurately

    Ensure patients understand diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up instructions in Spanish.

    Qualifications:

    Fluency in both Spanish and English (spoken and written) required

    High school diploma or equivalent; completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred

    Certification (CMA, RMA, CCMA) strongly preferred but not required

    1+ years of experience in a clinical or outpatient setting is a plus

    Proficient in electronic health records (EHR); experience with [MicroMD (PM, EMR) e.g., eClinicalWorks, Epic] is a plus

    Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and multitasking skills

    Cultural competence and a commitment to serving a diverse patient population

    Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

    Fast-paced clinical setting

    Frequent standing, walking, and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds

    Ability to wear PPE and follow infection control protocols

    Scheduling 8am-4pm or 11am-7pm

    Benefits:

    Competitive pay based on experience

    Paid time off and selected holidays

    Opportunities for professional development and training

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Benefits:

    Paid time off

    Please send resume to cmid.bessemer.info@gmail.com your application is not considered unless resume is sent!