Bilingual Medical Administrative Assistant M. Teresa Vives MD LLC New Orleans, LA Job Details Full-time $15 - $16 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Availity Foreign language proficiency HIPAA Medical coding experience in physician offices Medical coding experience in outpatient clinics Medical scheduling Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Electronic health record (EHR) management for billing and coding Health information regulatory compliance Clinical confidentiality policies Medical terminology Full Job Description About the

Role:

We are seeking an organized, empathetic, and detail-oriented Medical Administrative Assistant to join our healthcare team. In this position, you will serve as the primary point of contact for our patients, manage front-desk operations, schedule appointments, verify insurance coverage, and facilitate seamless communication between our providers and Spanish-speaking patients.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage patient scheduling, check-in/check-out processes, and registration. Perform real-time insurance verification and assist with prior authorizations. Maintain accurate health records and enter patient billing/coding information.. Process payments, co-pays, and billing inquiries accurately. Ensure full compliance with HIPAA regulations and patient privacy standards.

Requirements:

Fluency in Spanish (verbal and written) is required. Minimum 1-2 years of administrative experience in a medical office or clinic. Proficiency with EMR systems (e.g., AthenaHealth, eClinicalWorks, MediSoft, or similar). Knowledge of medical terminology, basic

CPT/ICD-10

codes, and HIPAA compliance. High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate Degree or Medical Assistant Certification preferred. Excellent communication, multi-tasking, and organizational skills.

Pay:

$15.00 - $16.00 per hour Expected hours: No more than 40.0 per week

Work Location:

In person