Medical Assistant, Bilingual (64637)

Variety Care; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate and bilingual Medical Assistant to join their dynamic clinical team. In this entry-level position, you will play a vital role in patient care by assisting providers during examinations and treatments, ensuring an efficient patient flow, and maintaining accurate medical records. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on improving healthcare outcomes. If you are eager to learn and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this position could be the perfect fit for you!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Ability to learn EMR software and perform medical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist Providers with patient examinations and treatments.
• Document patient information accurately in EMR.
• Administer medications and immunizations under Provider’s direction.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Effective communication skills

Intermediate computer skills

Ability to perform tasks under direction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR software

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Description

Department: Clinical

Position: Medical Assistant - Bilingual

Employee Category: Non-Exempt

Reporting Relationship: Practice Administrator

Character First Qualities

• Attentiveness: Showing the worth of a person or task by giving my undivided concentration.
• Cautiousness: Knowing the importance of right timing in accomplishing right actions.
• Compassion: Investing whatever is necessary in healing the hurts of others.
• Dependability: Fulfilling what I consented to do, even if it means unexpected sacrifice.
• Initiative: Recognizing and doing what needs to be done before I am asked to do it.

Summary Of Duties And Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant assists their assigned Providers with patient examinations, pre-visit questions, treatments, and procedures as directed by the Provider, while maintaining an efficient flow of patients through the clinic.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients. Escort patients to the appropriate location for pre-examination information gathering.
• Inquire about self-referrals, recent ER visits or hospitalizations, and request reports from appropriate sources, documenting all in the EMR.
• Measure and record patient-specific information: height, weight, respiration, pulse, blood pressure, temperature, pulse oximetry (SpO2), and head circumference as appropriate. Record all measurements accurately in EMR.
• Document patient’s chief complaint in EMR.
• Administer medications and injections under provider’s directions and document in EMR.
• Review assigned Telephone Encounters within the EMR promptly.
• Administer immunizations under Provider’s direction, including providing Vaccine Information Statement (VIS) and follow-up. Update vaccine information in Oklahoma State Immunization Information System (OSIIS) and EMR.
• Prepare and restock supplies in examination rooms daily and prepare rooms for subsequent patients.
• Assist providers in physical exams and procedures as directed.
• Participate in training programs to improve patient care, including evidence-based practice approaches.
• Address the needs of patients and families, considering cultural sensitivity and utilizing effective communication skills.
• Dispose of contaminated items per Variety Care policy.
• Follow safety regulations (“Universal Precautions”), use appropriate PPE.
• Follow HIPAA guidelines and company policies on privacy and confidentiality.
• Comply with OSHA recommendations.
• Coordinate referrals outside of Variety Care, advise patients, and answer simple questions regarding referrals.
• Communicate with community organizations, health plans, facilities, and specialists to obtain test and referral results, conveying high-priority results to Provider promptly.
• Assist with medical emergencies as directed by Provider.
• Support the plan of care and patient education as per provider’s recommendations.
• Occasionally travel to other Variety Care health centers and provide backup coverage as directed; mileage reimbursed.
• Support accreditation as a Patient Centered Medical Home and contribute to healthcare reform goals (“Triple Aim”).
• Demonstrate personal character, integrity, adaptability, sound judgment, and responsibility.
• Function as a member of the emergency code team and understand crash cart/emergency kit use and restocking.
• Understand and perform tasks per the Medical Assistant competency checklist.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Lift at least 25 pounds.
• Assist patients onto and off exam tables when asked or directed.

Qualifications

Requirements, Skills, or Knowledge:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Proficiency in core competencies within 90 days.
• Complete CPR within 90 days.
• Ability to obtain and record accurate information.
• Willingness to learn EMR software.
• Intermediate computer skills, including data entry and typing.
• Ability to perform tasks, administer medications/injections, and understand lab instrumentation as directed within 90 days.
• Effective communication skills with diverse patient populations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment.
• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA and company policies.

Preferred:

• Previous medical assistant or clinic experience.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care