Medical Assistant (Bilingual Spanish-English) – DFW Clinic
Pay: $14. 00–$16.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Location: Irving, TX (DFW area)
Medical Specialty: Primary Care
Job Summary
We are seeking a qualified, bilingual Spanish-English Medical Assistant to join our primary care clinic in Irving, Texas. This position is ideal for a candidate with Medical Assistant experience who is proficient in both Spanish and English and can facilitate clear, accurate communication between Spanish-speaking patients and healthcare providers. The primary responsibility of this role is to provide Spanish-English interpretation during patient visits. When interpretation is not needed, the Medical Assistant will assist with front-office and back-office clinical duties to support efficient clinic operations and deliver excellent patient care. Candidates must demonstrate strong spoken proficiency in both languages, familiarity with medical terminology, accurate interpretation skills, and a thorough understanding of patient confidentiality.
Applicants must currently reside in the Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) area.
Key Responsibilities
- Primary Responsibility: Spanish-English Interpretation
- Facilitate communication between Spanish-speaking patients and English-speaking healthcare providers during patient visits.
- Interpret patient questions, symptoms, medical histories, provider instructions, and other healthcare-related information accurately and completely.
- Use appropriate medical terminology in both Spanish and English to support clear communication.
- Maintain neutrality and accuracy when interpreting, without omitting, changing, or adding information.
- Ask for clarification when medical terminology or information is unclear.
- Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA requirements and clinic policies.
- Help create a comfortable, respectful, and supportive environment for Spanish-speaking patients.
- Prioritize interpretation needs over other assigned duties whenever interpretation assistance is required.
- Secondary Responsibility: Front-Office and Back-Office Medical Assistant Duties
When interpretation is not needed, assist with the following responsibilities:
Patient Intake and Clinical Support
- Interview patients and document basic medical histories.
- Measure and document vital signs in patient charts.
- Prepare examination rooms and assist with clinical preparation.
- Assist healthcare providers during medical examinations as needed.
- Support patient rooming, checkout, and other routine clinical workflows.
- Triage patient calls and route concerns to the appropriate clinical personnel according to established protocols.
Administrative and Office Support
- Schedule appointments and coordinate referrals.
- Process referral authorizations and related documentation.
- Send prescriptions electronically or by fax as authorized and permitted by clinic procedures.
- Prepare and distribute correspondence, forms, memos, and other office documentation.
- Maintain accurate patient records and support daily clinic operations.
Additional Telemedicine and Administrative Support
- Managing home laboratory testing kits and related coordination.
- Supporting accounts receivable and accounts payable processes and maintaining financial records.
- Reviewing and processing patient credit card chargebacks in accordance with established procedures.
- Performing other administrative duties as assigned.
Qualifications And Requirements
- Previous experience working as a Medical Assistant.
- Strong spoken proficiency in both Spanish and English.
- Ability to interpret accurately and clearly between Spanish and English in a healthcare setting.
- Familiarity with medical terminology in both languages.
- Understanding of patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements.
- Knowledge of medical office procedures and patient care workflows.
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and respond to changing patient care needs.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and patient management or electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Professionalism, punctuality, reliability, and a patient-centered approach.
- Must currently reside in the Dallas–Fort Worth area and be able to work at the Irving clinic location.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience interpreting for patients and healthcare providers in a clinical setting.
- Experience in primary care or a similar outpatient medical environment.
- Familiarity with clinical documentation, patient intake, referrals, and appointment scheduling.
Compensation And Benefits
- Hourly Pay: 14. 00–16.00, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Schedule: Monday–Friday.
- Benefits: Paid time off (PTO).