Medical Assistant (Bilingual - Spanish)

Kimco Staffing Services, Inc.; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus up to $500

Job summary

MediQuest Staffing seeks a friendly, dependable Bilingual Spanish Medical Assistant for a busy general practice in Pasadena, CA. You will assist providers with rooming, vitals, basic procedures, and documentation, with a focus on ensuring Spanish-speaking patients feel informed and comfortable during visits.

Requirements include 1 year of MA experience in a medical office, fluency in Spanish and English, phlebotomy/blood draw skills, and EMR experience (NextGen preferred).

Qualifications

• 1 year of medical office MA experience (general practice/primary care preferred).
• Fluent in Spanish and English (required).
• Phlebotomy/blood draw experience (basic level okay).
• Prior experience using an EMR system; NextGen preferred.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, obtain vital signs, and document information.
• Assist providers with exams and minor in-office procedures.
• Perform blood draws and support specimen collection/processing.
• Document patient encounters and clinical details in the EMR.
• Review and update medications, allergies, and medical history.
• Provide Spanish/English translation support as needed.
• Maintain clean, stocked, and organized exam rooms.
• Assist with referrals, lab orders, and clinical tasks.
• Deliver professional customer service and answer patient questions.
• Follow HIPAA guidelines and protect patient confidentiality.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Medical Assistant

EMR (NextGen)

Phlebotomy

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Team player

Tools

NextGen EMR

Job description

We’re seeking a friendly, dependable, and experienced Bilingual Spanish Medical Assistant to join our busy general practice / primary care office. The ideal candidate will be patient-focused, organized, compassionate, and confident working in a fast-paced clinical environment.
The Medical Assistant will assist providers and patients with rooming, vitals, basic procedures, and documentation—while helping ensure Spanish-speaking patients feel informed and comfortable throughout their visit.
Pay Rate: $21.00/hr
Shift: Monday - Friday / 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Pasadena, CA

Medial Assistant Key Responsibilities

• Room patients, obtain vital signs, and accurately document patient information
• Assist providers with exams and minor in-office procedures
• Perform blood draws and support specimen collection/processing
• Document patient encounters and clinical details in the EMR
• Review and update medications, allergies, and medical history
• Provide Spanish/English translation support during visits as needed
• Maintain clean, stocked, and organized exam rooms
• Assist with referrals, lab orders, and additional clinical support tasks
• Deliver excellent customer service and respond to patient questions professionally
• Follow HIPAA guidelines and protect patient confidentiality at all times

Medical Assistant Requirements

• 1-year prior experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical office (general practice/primary care preferred)
• Fluent in Spanish and English (required)
• Phlebotomy/blood draw experience (basic level is fine, but must be comfortable)
• Prior experience using an EMR system. NextGen EMR highly preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills
• Reliable attendance, professionalism, and a supportive bedside manner
• Team-oriented approach and comfort collaborating with clinical staff

MediQuest Referral Bonus

• Referrals really pay off. Do you know someone in healthcare looking for work? Refer them to MediQuest and earn up to $500 per referral, depending on the type of position they accept.
• No limit to the number of referrals you provide or the amount you can earn
• Anyone can earn a referral bonus - not just MediQuest candidates.

About MediQuest

MediQuest Staffing matches high-quality healthcare professionals with talented medical support staff. Our dedicated medical focus and expertise allow us to build collaborative partnerships with both clients and candidates, ultimately creating lasting value and delivering performance-based results in the constantly evolving healthcare industry. We have been connecting candidates with private practices, outpatient clinics, hospitals, independent physicians’ associations, medical billing services, urgent care, and healthcare administration since 1965. We know that it takes great people to make a great company.