Bilingual Medical Assistant - ACCESS Sinai

Access Community Health Network; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving community health care. As a Bilingual Medical Assistant, you'll work with a skilled care team to deliver quality health services. This role offers the chance to enhance your clinical skills through extensive training, including working with Epic, a leading EMR system. With a strong commitment to health equity, you'll make a lasting impact on the lives of over 180,000 patients. Enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage

403(B) Retirement Plan

Cross-Departmental Committee Opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited program is essential.
• At least one year of clinical experience or externship needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with onsite procedures and take vital signs.
• Respond to patient inquiries and schedule appointments.
• Administer medications and vaccines directly to patients.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

Phlebotomy

Patient Care

EMR Systems (Epic)

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Diploma

CPR Certification

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Bilingual Medical Assistant - ACCESS Sinai

Job Description

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We do not discriminate for any reason. We welcome talented individuals who believe in our mission, drive the organization forward, and recognize the positive impact they can bring to our communities.

Who We Are

If you want to work for a mission-driven organization that’s impacting community health care both on a local and national level, then Access Community Health Network (ACCESS) may be the perfect place for you. As a nationally recognized leader in community health, we continue to innovate and improve our integrated care model to address the total health and wellness of our patients. Our dedicated staff are committed to advancing health equity and making a long-term impact on the health outcomes of the more than 180,000 patients that rely on ACCESS as their medical home each year.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Work collaboratively with a skilled care team including providers, benefits specialists, front desk staff, behavioral health consultants, and others to deliver quality health services and resources to meet patient needs.
• Assist providers with onsite procedures.
• Take vital signs, perform phlebotomy, and administer medications/vaccines directly to patients.
• Respond to patient questions, return calls, schedule appointments, and review medical records to assist patients effectively.
• Enhance your clinical skills through extensive training, including technical training with Epic, a leading Electronic Medical Record System.

Minimum Requirements for Success

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited program.
• CPR certification through the American Heart Association or Red Cross, with in-person skills assessment.
• At least one (1) year of clinical experience or externship.
• Basic proficiency with EMR systems, preferably Epic.
• Bilingual and fluent in Spanish.

Additional Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• 403(B) retirement plan with financial planning resources.
• Opportunities to participate in cross-departmental committees to innovate care delivery and workplace environment.

ACCESS is a network of Federally Qualified Health Centers serving community-based health care. Depending on the position, candidates may be required to be vaccinated against communicable diseases and provide documentation, or apply for religious or medical exemptions during the application process.

The pay ranges listed are minimum to mid-range; actual compensation depends on experience, education, market conditions, and funding availability.