Medical Assistant (Bilingual Spanish)

Astrana Health • Pasadena, CA

373d • $20 - $23

About The Position

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Spanish-speaking Medical Assistant to assist our medical providers. This role will report to our Medical Office Manager/Site Administrator and enable us to continue to scale in the healthcare industry.

Requirements

• Active and unrestricted Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in California
• High school diploma or GED
• Fluent in Spanish
• Ability to maintain confidentiality following HIPAA
• Demonstration of mature judgment
• Attention to detail, organized, ethical, and reliable
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a courteous and friendly manner

Nice To Haves

• One (1) or more years of experience working as a Medical Assistant (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians, nurses, and other medical staff by performing administrative and clinical duties under the direction of a physician
• Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records
• Clinical duties may include preparing a treatment room for patient exams, recording patient medical history, and cleaning and sterilizing medical equipment
• Escort patients to exam rooms, interview patients, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in the patient's chart
• Interviews patients to obtain their medical history
• Records patient medical history, vital statistics, and test results in patient medical files
• Must be detail oriented and possess strong organizational skills in a fast-paced environment
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Be able to prioritize workload while remaining flexible
• May be required to work overtime to meet tight deadlines

Benefits

• Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees