Bilingual Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health

La Frontera EMPACT - Suicide Prevention Center; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

10 paid holidays per year

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

403(b) retirement plan

Retirement Allowance

Life/AD&D & Long Term Disability

Voluntary Life and Short-term DI

Tuition Reimbursement

Licensure Reimbursement

Elder Care Assistance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

EMPACT-Suicide Prevention Center is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to perform administrative and clinical duties under the Medical Director. You will verify patient info, prepare patients for visits, take vital signs, and maintain records with confidentiality.

Requirements include a High School Diploma/GED, 1–2 years of related experience, and English/Spanish bilingual proficiency. Some travel may occur; option to work from home may be necessary.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required and graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• One to two years of relevant work experience is preferred.
• English/Spanish bilingual proficiency is required.
• Requires excellent communication, time management, and customer service skills.
• Must be able to obtain a fingerprint clearance card.

Responsibilities

• Remain calm in crisis situations and relate empathetically to all persons.
• Maintain professional conduct and relationships with team members and partners.
• Verify patient information by interviewing patients and confirming visit purpose.
• Prepare patients for visits and assist with clinical duties under the Medical Director.
• Safeguard medical records and handle coding and confidentiality.
• Counsel patients by relaying physician's orders and answering questions.

Skills

English/Spanish bilingual proficiency

Excellent communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

EMPACT-Suicide Prevention Center is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to perform administrative and clinical duties under the Medical Director. You will verify patient info, prepare patients for visits, take vital signs, and maintain records with confidentiality.

Requirements include a High School Diploma/GED, 1–2 years of related experience, and English/Spanish bilingual proficiency. Some travel may occur; option to work from home may be necessary.