Medical Assistant (Bilingual Spanish) $1,000 Sign-On Bonus

VIPcare•Dade City, FL

22h

About The Position

VIPcare is hiring a bilingual Spanish Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in a primary care setting specializing in patients age 65 and older. Working under the direction of a Physician, Physician Assistant, or APRN, the Medical Assistant prepares patients for examinations, performs procedures within the scope of practice, assists providers during visits, and supports front-office operations. This safety-sensitive role involves direct patient care, medication administration, and clinical responsibilities requiring accuracy, professionalism, and attention to detail. The position supports Medicare Advantage patients in a value-based care model focused on quality outcomes and preventive care. The role includes gathering and documenting patient histories and vital signs; preparing patients and exam rooms; assisting with examinations and procedures; administering medications and treatments as authorized; performing laboratory and diagnostic testing; documenting care in the EMR; and coordinating patient outreach, preventive care, and transitions after hospital or facility discharge. The Medical Assistant also handles front-office tasks, inventory support, and collaboration with providers and clinic staff.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Bilingual Spanish proficiency.
Current CPR/BLS certification, or ability to obtain it within organizational guidelines.
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and clinical office procedures.
Working knowledge of common medications and disease processes affecting the patient population served.
Knowledge of HIPAA, OSHA, infection prevention, and CLIA regulations.
Experience using electronic medical records.
Proficiency with Google Workspace, including Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
Excellent customer service and telephone etiquette.
Strong organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with patients, providers, health plans, and internal and external partners.
Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and perform in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Commitment to exceptional patient care and a positive patient experience.
Cultural diversity awareness and sensitivity to the needs of Medicare and other patient populations.
Ability to perform the physical activities required in a clinical environment, including patient positioning and transfers; frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and repetitive hand movements.
Manual dexterity and fine motor skills sufficient to perform clinical procedures, administer medications, collect specimens, and operate medical equipment.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or move equipment and supplies weighing up to 15 pounds and assist with heavier patient transfers when appropriate.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods as operational needs require.
Visual acuity and hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, sufficient to perform essential job functions safely.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, computers, telephones, and clinical devices.
Reliable transportation to report consistently to scheduled work locations and shifts.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program; CMA, RMA, NCMA, CCMA, or equivalent certification.
At least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a physician practice, outpatient, or ambulatory-care setting.
IV Therapy certification, where permitted by state regulations.
Phlebotomy experience.
Knowledge of medical coding principles.
Familiarity with Medicare Advantage plan structures, HEDIS quality measures, value-based care principles, and Annual Wellness Visit workflows.

Responsibilities

Welcome and prepare patients for examinations; collect and document histories, medications, allergies, preventive care information, and other relevant clinical information in the EMR.
Measure, document, and report vital signs and clinical observations.
Prepare patients and examination rooms and assist providers during examinations, treatments, and in-office procedures.
Explain provider instructions, treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care as directed.
Deliver compassionate, professional service that supports a positive patient experience.
Administer oral and injectable medications, immunizations, and treatments as directed and permitted by state regulations.
Assist with wound care, dressing changes, bandaging, eye and ear irrigation, and other clinical procedures.
Initiate and monitor IV infusions when appropriately trained and permitted by state regulations.
Perform phlebotomy, prepare laboratory specimens, and conduct CLIA-waived laboratory testing.
Conduct in-office diagnostic testing, including EKGs, vision screenings, pulse oximetry, peak flow testing, ordered oxygen administration, inhalation treatments, and spirometry.
Perform PT/INR testing with approved equipment and glucose testing with a glucometer; complete quality controls and maintain testing logs.
Clean, disinfect, and sterilize reusable instruments and dispose of contaminated materials in accordance with infection-prevention standards.
Document encounters, treatments, results, procedures, supplies, and telephone encounters accurately in the EMR.
Conduct patient communications, including appointment and medication reminders, transitional-care outreach, and preventive-care outreach.
Support Annual Wellness Visits by preparing Health Risk Assessments, updating preventive-care records, and completing required documentation.
Assist with patient outreach, preventive-screening scheduling, care coordination, and documentation of completed services.
Maintain patient records in accordance with organizational policies and HIPAA requirements.
Handle front-office responsibilities, including answering calls, greeting patients, scheduling, registration, check-in and check-out, referrals, prescription refill coordination, and routing inquiries.
Monitor medical, pharmaceutical, and disposable-item inventory and assist with ordering and supply inventory maintenance.
Support onboarding and training of new team members as assigned.
Collaborate with providers, clinical staff, and front-office personnel to support efficient clinic operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.