Bilingual Medical Assistant – Rheumatology Clinic

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is seeking a Medical Assistant for UT Health RGV Cancer and Surgery Center – Rheumatology in Edinburg, TX. The role emphasizes excellent patient care, efficient clinic intake, and accurate documentation in the electronic health record.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred to serve a diverse patient population. Responsibilities include registration, triage, specimen handling, and coordinating with the care team.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a Medical Assistant program and hold a current Medical Assistant certification or registration.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred to support patient communication.

Responsibilities

• Intake patients in clinic: gather vital signs, med history, chief complaint, medications, allergies; document in EHR.
• Coordinate with inter-professional team; prepare charts, provide results and records; triage calls and manage medication refills.

Skills

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of Medical Assistant program

Job description

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is seeking a Medical Assistant for UT Health RGV Cancer and Surgery Center – Rheumatology in Edinburg, TX. The role emphasizes excellent patient care, efficient clinic intake, and accurate documentation in the electronic health record.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred to serve a diverse patient population. Responsibilities include registration, triage, specimen handling, and coordinating with the care team.