Bilingual Medical Assistant — Intake & Front Desk Liaison

El Centro de Corazón; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunn Health Center in Houston is seeking an experienced medical assistant to join its interdisciplinary clinical team. The role involves intake work for clients entering care, and acting as a liaison between front desk staff and medical providers.

The position requires bilingual Spanish-English abilities, CPR certification, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Prior healthcare experience is strongly preferred, with a focus on patient care and smooth clinic operations.

Qualifications

• Certified or registered medical assistant.
• Fluent in Spanish and English required.
• CPR certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience strongly preferred.
• Personal maturity, cooperation, ability to communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Maintains first line contact with all clients who enter clinical care area and performs routine intake procedures (height, weight, temperature, pulse, BP).
• Assists with office procedures and triage, routing charts to the appropriate provider.
• Assists medical providers with examination and treatment; ensures exam room cleanliness and sterilization.
• Assists with translation/interpretation as needed.
• Screens for visual acuity and conducts audiometry exams.
• Maintains medical/laboratory equipment and performs quality controls.
• Performs routine laboratory procedures (dipsticks, urinalysis, hematocrit, glucose, gram stains) per CLIA.
• Performs related duties, maintains supplies, and informs clinic manager of problems.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish-English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dunn Health Center in Houston is seeking an experienced medical assistant to join its interdisciplinary clinical team. The role involves intake work for clients entering care, and acting as a liaison between front desk staff and medical providers.

The position requires bilingual Spanish-English abilities, CPR certification, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Prior healthcare experience is strongly preferred, with a focus on patient care and smooth clinic operations.