Bilingual English/Spanish Medical Assistant- Hialeah Optum2277929

Optum; Hialeah (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated Medical Assistants to join their dynamic team. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on patient care while working in a fast-paced environment. You will assist physicians with various procedures, maintain quality control standards, and ensure accurate patient documentation. With a strong emphasis on professional development and patient-centered care, this position is ideal for those passionate about healthcare. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a sign-on bonus and PTO, as you contribute to improving the health of your community.

Benefits

Sign On Bonus

Incentive Bonus

18 Days of PTO

Certification Reimbursement

401K Match

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant or related experience.
• Ability to obtain Medical Assistant certification within 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with injections, EKGs, and phlebotomy.
• Record and process patient care documentation in EMR.
• Organize and clean exam and treatment rooms.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish / English

Knowledge of medical terminology

Patient care procedures

Quality control standards

Education

High school diploma or GED

Current Medical Assistant certification

CPR and/or BLS certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

$2,200 Sign On Bonus for external candidates**

Incentive Bonus 2 times per year

18 Days of PTO - Closed On Major Holidays

Certification Reimbursement - 401K Match

Opportunities at WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses. We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of medical care. Here, you will join a team who shares your passion for helping people achieve better health. With opportunities for physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing roles, you can make a difference with us as you discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.??

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist physicians and nursing personnel with injections, EKGs, phlebotomy and other patient care procedures


• Maintain established quality control standards


• Record and process patient care documentation quickly and accurately in EMR


• Coordinate patient care as directed by physicians, company standards and policies


• Organize, stock and clean exam and treatment rooms and sterilize instruments


• Maintain quality control standards and required Medical Assistant and CPR certifications

The pace is fast and you'll need to be comfortable managing multiple priorities.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED


• Current, nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification or registration or the ability to obtain the designation within 180 days of employment


• Current CPR and/or BLS certification or the ability to attain the certification within 30 days of employment


• 1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant or related experience in a medical setting


• Knowledge of medical terminology


• Bilingual Spanish / English


• This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity, documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of disease

Preferred Qualifications:

• ICD-9 / 10 and CPT coding experience


• Microsoft Office Suite experience