Bilingual Medical Assistant - Murrieta Full Time

Concentra•Murrieta, CA

1h•$23 - $25

About The Position

Concentra is hiring a Medical Assistant in Murrieta to provide routine medical care and support a positive patient experience. The role works directly with patients, supports patient onboarding and flow, assists clinicians with examinations and treatment, and performs a range of medical procedures and tests. The position also includes clerical and front-office work, equipment and supply maintenance, and accurate patient documentation. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Medical Assistant certification from an accredited school, with credentials meeting state requirements where employed, or military medical specialist credentials with current Medical Assistant credentials meeting state requirements where employed.
Working knowledge of state-specific occupational medicine requirements.
Ability to use logic to identify key facts, consider alternatives, and propose solutions when making decisions or solving problems.
Strong customer service skills and the ability to interact with people tactfully and professionally.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information, including HIPAA and PHI, in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.
Willingness to participate in initial and ongoing required training.
Effective communication and interaction with employers, patients, providers, and other employees.
Ability to maintain working relationships with employees at all levels.
Computer skills.
Successful completion of orientation and training and demonstrated competency in required medical tasks.
Ability to obtain all certifications required of Medical Support Specialists, including drug screen collection, breath alcohol certification, and hair and oral fluid collection.

Nice To Haves

Previous medical office experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform ancillary testing and tasks ordered by clinicians, including vaccines and injections, phlebotomy, pulmonary function tests, audiograms, and respirator fit testing.
Perform rapid screening tests, including influenza, strep, mono, and glucose tests.
Prepare patients for physical examinations by taking vital signs and performing required tests.
Perform routine medical procedures as ordered by the treating clinician.
Triage and disposition patients.
Assist providers during examinations and treatment.
Prepare for and assist clinicians with surgery setup and injury care.
Apply bandages, dressings, and splints as ordered by the treating clinician.
Dispense medications and appliances as ordered and in accordance with state regulations.
Perform DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol testing.
Maintain and operate medical devices and equipment, including calibration and record keeping in accordance with policies and procedures.
Complete quality assurance activities involving equipment, medical devices, and testing processes.
Maintain supplies, clean rooms and equipment, and stock exam rooms.
Notify a supervisor promptly about malfunctioning equipment, supply needs, or facility issues.
Manage patient flow and volume and keep patients informed of expected wait times.
Perform clerical tasks in the front and back office associated with patient care and record keeping, ensuring accurate documentation.
Cross-train and perform front-office duties, including greeting patients, obtaining authorizations, check-in and check-out, and communicating wait times.
Answer telephone calls as needed.
Attend center staff meetings as required.
Help maintain a neat, clean, and orderly facility.
Complete orientation and training and demonstrate competency in required medical tasks.
Obtain required Medical Support Specialist certifications, including drug screen collection, breath alcohol certification, and hair and oral fluid collection.