Bilingual Medical Assistant - Front Desk & Patient Care

DHR Health; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

DHR Health in Edinburg, TX is seeking a Medical Assistant for daytime, full-time coverage. The role combines administrative and clinical support in a busy practice, involving vital signs, patient history, and in-office procedures.

Strong communication and bilingual abilities are required to coordinate care and support providers. Ideal candidates have a Medical Assistant program, high school diploma, and EMT license or active EMT training.

Qualifications

• Two years experience in a busy physician office preferred.
• Must read, write and speak English; bilingual Spanish preferred.
• EMT license in Texas or active EMT Basic/Intermediate license.
• Proficient with EMR and office IS systems; accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic administrative medical assisting functions.
• Take vital signs (height, weight, BP, temp, pulse).
• Schedule and coordinate appointments; manage referrals.
• Assist physicians with in-office procedures and wound care.
• Maintain patient files, ensure room readiness and supplies.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

English reading/writing

Excellent communication

Customer service

Ability to take vital signs

Education

Medical Assistant program

High School diploma or GED

EMT license (TX) active

BLS certification or within 90 days

Tools

EMR system

Microsoft Office

Job description

DHR Health in Edinburg, TX is seeking a Medical Assistant for daytime, full-time coverage. The role combines administrative and clinical support in a busy practice, involving vital signs, patient history, and in-office procedures.

Strong communication and bilingual abilities are required to coordinate care and support providers. Ideal candidates have a Medical Assistant program, high school diploma, and EMT license or active EMT training.