Medical Admin Assistant & Interpreter
About The Position
As a health division of the Confederated Tribes of the Goshute Reservation, Sacred Circle Healthcare preserves the Goshute heritage of protecting and caring for family and extends the tradition to all marginalized and underserved populations in our area. They refuse to let access, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status restrict someone from receiving complete healthcare. Sacred Circle Healthcare is seeking a full-time, Medical Administrative Assistant & Interpreter, for their Wendover, Utah location. This role is responsible for maintaining the administrative and clerical tasks for providers and other medical staff in the clinic, keeping the office running smoothly, and acting as an essential link between providers and patients. The position also involves interpreting in various settings, including patient visits, pharmacy consultations, and telephone encounters.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED equivalent.
- One (1) or more years of hands-on patient care (ie: MA, CNA, Scribe, etc.) experience.
- 1 or more years of administrative experience.
- Certification as a Medical Interpreter (e.g., CCHI, NBCMI).
- CPR Certification.
- Spanish Speaker.
Nice To Haves
- Attended an accredited medical assisting program to get certified.
- Medical Assistant Certification.
- Medical Administrative Assistant Certificate.
- Experience working with the Native American community.
Responsibilities
- Provide interpreter services as requested by medical staff.
- Interpret medical and regular terminology accurately and in a culturally sensitive manner.
- Assists with translating medical documents, forms, and patient education materials as needed.
- Assist patients with initial paperwork.
- Conduct interviews with patients to find out their medical history and conditions.
- File health care documents appropriately in the patient’s file (i.e., immunizations).
- Update and maintain patients’ health records.
- Take notes during patient examinations.
- Answer patients’ queries and ensure quality customer service.
- Collaborate with providers and nurses to help with medical examinations and schedule tests.
- Facilitate effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers in both verbal and written form.
- Any other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Healthcare coverage for you and your family
- Generous PTO, paid holidays and floating holidays
- Retirement matching
- Colleagues that are unparalleled
- A culture that is second to none
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
