Spanish Experience Required Essex County NJ

Nirvana Healthcare Management Services•Newark, NJ

13d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves greeting patients, recording vital signs and medical history, handling administrative tasks, communicating with pharmacies, administering vaccines, educating patients, and restocking examination rooms. The position also includes TRIAGE, SCRIBE, and ancillary work. The ideal candidate will be bilingual and possess excellent communication and organizational skills.

Requirements

Fluency in English, Spanish, Portuguese, or Creole
Ability and willingness to work at least one Saturday each month
Proficiency in basic medical terminology
Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA regulations as they affect patients
Knowledge and application of infection control protocols
Personable, works well with others, possesses good communication skills, professional demeanor, and remains composed in high-pressure situations
Excellent time management skills, detail-oriented, and values the importance of precision and accuracy
Strong organizational and writing skills, including the ability to write clear notes and brief reports
DRIVERS LICENSE AND CAR A MUST
Minimum 2 years Medical Assistant Experience Required

Responsibilities

Greet patients in person or via telephone; answer basic questions
Measure and record the patient's vital signs
Report and update patient's medical history, reason for visit, and description of treatment
Handle administrative responsibilities such as faxes, appointments, and chart reviews
Communicate with pharmacy technicians to maintain the accuracy of medication reconciliations
Administer vaccines and/or other injectables
Educate patients regarding in-office services to which they are entitled
Restock examination rooms
Perform other related duties as assigned such as TRIAGE, SCRIBE & Ancillary work