Bilingual Medical Assistant - Public Health (Remote Option)

IdahoPTV; Caldwell (ID); Remote; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401a retirement program

Paid time off (holidays, vacation, and

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Pet-friendly Fridays

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

Southwest District Health (SWDH) is seeking a bilingual Medical Assistant (Registered or Certified) to support nurses, NP, and physicians in a public health setting in Idaho. The role includes patient preparation, intake of health information, phlebotomy, injections, and EMR documentation, with a telework option from within Idaho for eligible schedules.

The position offers full-time hours (30-40 per week) with a comprehensive benefits package and a base pay range of $19.06–$22.42/hour, plus

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program and certification/registration (AAMA/AMT/ARMA) or LPN with MA eligibility.
• Fluency in English and Spanish required (written and spoken).
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interview clients; collect health information and reason for visit.
• Translate as needed to support communication between patients and staff.
• Take vitals and assist with examinations and lab work; prepare patients for procedures.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

EMR proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Medical Assistant program certification or registration (AAMA/AMT/ARMA)

LPN license accepted in lieu of MA certification

Job description

Southwest District Health (SWDH) is seeking a bilingual Medical Assistant (Registered or Certified) to support nurses, NP, and physicians in a public health setting in Idaho. The role includes patient preparation, intake of health information, phlebotomy, injections, and EMR documentation, with a telework option from within Idaho for eligible schedules.

The position offers full-time hours (30-40 per week) with a comprehensive benefits package and a base pay range of $19.06–$22.42/hour, plus