Medical Assistant//Bilingual Spanish

Eddy; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech9 is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society Children’s Clinic, a full-service pediatric clinic providing quality child health care. This full-time position includes assisting medical providers and performing front-office operations.

The ideal candidate must be bilingual in Spanish, with required medical assistant certification and a high school diploma. Responsibilities include patient management and ensuring compliance with all regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and medical assistant certification required.
• Bilingual in Spanish and proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Experience in a family practice/pediatric health care facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with clinical exams and manage patient records.
• Perform front office operations including patient scheduling and payments.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and corporate policies.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Phlebotomy

Pediatric immunizations

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Medical assistant certification

Bilingual in Spanish

Phlebotomy certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Greenway Prime Suites

Job description

# Medical Assistant//Bilingual SpanishApply for this jobLocationOak Park, ILDepartmentMedicalJob TypeFull-Time**We Grow Healthy Kids**The Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society (IWS) Children’s Clinic is a full-service pediatric clinic. We provide quality, affordable medical, dental, and behavioral child health care services, supporting children from birth through age 18 from a single clinic staffed by diverse professionals who care.POSITION TITLE: **Medical Assistant**ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Assists the medical provider with medical assistant functions andperforms front desk administrative and operational activities.POSITION REPORTS TO: Clinic Director and Medical Director**MEDICAL ASSISTANT PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES (25%-30%)**Assist the providers in the following areas:* Prepares patient for clinical exam/visit, including the collection of typical patient vital metrics (blood pressure, temperature, height, weight etc.)* Follows through with post-visit duties including follow-up of referrals and patient cancellations* Input immunization data in ICARE* Vaccine administration and ordering* Input immunization data in ICARE* Provides service in a manner that is appropriate for the patient’s age; demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to meet the patient’s physical, psychosocial, educational and safety needs* Ensure all patient records and related documents are managed and maintained timely, accurately, and consistent with all HIPAA and related regulations and requirements* Ensure compliance and attention to all corporate policies and proceduresUphold and consistently always represent the values and mission of the organization. Always represent the organization in a highly professional manner**RECEPTIONIST PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES (70%-75%)**Perform all duties for smooth operation of front office operations including:* Greets patients and answers phones* Schedules and changes appointments* Verifies insurance eligibility* Receives payments* Prepares/scans/files paperwork for dental, medical, and social service visits* Follows up on cancelled and no-show appointments* Prepares daily statistical reports* Maintains the spirit of teamwork in the effort to provide a caring respectful environment for the patient, families, and clinic staff* Responsible for performing other duties as assigned.**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES**:* Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with the public* Clear thinker, able to work independently, prioritize, problem solve and organize* Ability to work with a diverse patient population* Skilled in phlebotomy, pediatric immunizations and the proper knowledge and use of medical devices and equipment.* Read, write, and maintain patient records and related administrative documentation* Utilize computers in the collection, management, and reporting of patient records* Demonstrated success in managing difficult patient situations**POSITION REQUIREMENTS*** High school diploma* Medical assistant certification required* Phlebotomy certificate a plus* Bilingual in Spanish* Proficient with Microsoft Office* Experience in a family practice/pediatric health care facility a plus* Knowledge of Greenway Prime Suites electronic medical records software a plusFull-time position including 1 Saturday per month