Full-Time Bilingual Medical Assistant (Spanish/English)

DHR Health; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

DHR Health in McAllen, TX is seeking a Medical Assistant for a full-time day shift in the GME Family Medicine clinic. You will perform clerical and clinical duties, assist providers, take vital signs, document in the EMR, and support patient flow.

Requires completion of a Medical Assistant program, high school diploma, BLS within 90 days, and bilingual English/Spanish. Prior physician office experience is preferred; strong communication and compassion are essential.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant program completion required.
• BLS certification required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Must be bilingual English/Spanish.
• Experience in a busy physician office preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic administrative and clinical medical assisting functions.
• Assist in obtaining patient history, chief complaint and vital signs.
• Schedule, coordinate and monitor appointments.
• Understand and adhere to managed care policies and procedures.
• Keep rooms neat, clean and well stocked with supplies.

Skills

Medical terminology

EMR experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Vital signs

Patient care

Education

Medical Assistant program completed

High School diploma or GED

BLS certification

Tools

EMR system

Job description

DHR Health in McAllen, TX is seeking a Medical Assistant for a full-time day shift in the GME Family Medicine clinic. You will perform clerical and clinical duties, assist providers, take vital signs, document in the EMR, and support patient flow.

Requires completion of a Medical Assistant program, high school diploma, BLS within 90 days, and bilingual English/Spanish. Prior physician office experience is preferred; strong communication and compassion are essential.