Medical Assistant - Spanish Required

CVS Health • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant at Oak Street Health gathers medical information to help providers make informed healthcare decisions and supports the care team in delivering a strong patient experience and clinical results. The role involves assessing patients’ health conditions through screenings and routine diagnostic testing during appointments. Medical Assistants work with flexibility, energy, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills, and build relationships with Oak Street Health members. The position reports to the Practice Manager or Center Operations Specialist and is full-time, with 40 anticipated weekly hours. Spanish proficiency is required.

Requirements

• State or national certification, as required by state, or graduation from an accredited medical assistant course.
• At least 1 year of experience as a medical assistant.
• CPR or BLS certification.
• Experience with electronic medical records.
• Computer skills and ability to quickly navigate multiple programs, including Gmail, MS Word or Google Docs, and Excel or Google Sheets.
• Proficiency in non-English languages required by the center's demographics; Spanish is required for this role.
• U.S. work authorization.
• Problem-solving skills, professional accountability, and a flexible, positive attitude.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-service orientation.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of three years in a Medical Assistant role.
• Successful mastery of the workflow in a previous Medical Assistant position.
• Interest in expanded responsibilities, greater clinical experience, and making an impact in patients’ lives.
• Two or more years of experience working with geriatric patients.
• Phlebotomy Technician Certification.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient patient flow by rooming patients promptly, taking vital signs, completing required screenings, and reviewing medications.
• Inventory supplies and stock exam rooms.
• Respond to patient requests for telephone support, including lab results and faxing records to specialists.
• As permitted by state regulations, administer vaccinations and perform point-of-care tests such as A1C, spirometry, EKGs, and blood draws for lab testing.
• Import required documents into the electronic medical record by scanning or PDF upload.
• Participate in care team meetings to discuss patient care and clinic operations.
• Process orders for durable medical equipment.
• Request medical records from external providers as required by the provider.
• Conduct routine quality control checks as required, including infection control measures and checks for equipment, expired medications, and supplies; assist with maintaining the center lab.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Wellness programs
• Other resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being, based on eligibility
• CVS Health bonus, commission, or short-term incentive program eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed