Medical Assistant - Bilingual

JOB SUMMARY

The Medical Assistant (MA) participates in the delivery of excellent medical care in a patient centered physician owned Nephrology Corporation. The MA is responsible for completing administrative and clinical tasks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES

General Duties

• Adherence to organization's compliance programs, polices, procedures and handbook.
• Records and updates medical histories, medications and contact information in patient electronic health record (EHR.)
• Schedules patient appointments and completes referrals for patients.
• Answer incoming patient calls and return voicemails from patients.
• Accurate accessioning of patients to include taking and documenting vitals, rooming patients, and collecting lab specimens.
• Maintains a clean, safe and well-stocked working area (includes exam rooms and clinical areas.)
• Triage patients.
• Administrative responsibilities include patient schedule confirmations and working in the front office area as needed.
• Chart preparation prior to next visit, including obtaining and uploading outstanding patient test results from labs or uploading medical records.
• Other duties as assigned.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• A strong representative of the organization's values.
• Highly accountable individual with demonstrated ability to take ownership of role, driving towards measurable outcomes.
• Must be very organized.
• Maintains a professional attitude and high work standards.
• Must be a team player. . Flexible with the ability to work at multiple office locations as needed.
• Adaptable, dynamic thinking individual with strong problem-solving skills.

FLOAT POSITION REQUIREMENTS

This is a float Medical Assistant position that will provide coverage at multiple Central Florida Kidney Specialists locations based on operational needs. Candidates must be flexible and able to travel between office locations as assigned. Reliable transportation and the ability to report to different work locations throughout the Central Florida area are required. Qualifications Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish Experience in medical administrative support and patient care Knowledge of medical terminology and physiology Familiarity with EHR systems and vital signs monitoring Basic life support certification

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Nephrology Work Location:

In person