Portuguese Speaking Medical Assistant/Receptionist

Portuguese Speaking Medical Assistant/Receptionist East Providence, RI Job Details Full-time $18 - $26 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Teamwork Patient flow optimization Maintaining an organized workspace Medication administration Suture removal Insurance verification Urgent care center experience Writing skills BLS Certification Greeting customers Filing ECG equipment Customer inquiry handling Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Medical administrative support EMR/EHR Basic life support Laboratory compliance Medical laboratory work CLIA regulations Urgent care Portuguese Medical equipment cleaning Emergency medicine Internal medicine Emergency room experience Patient interaction Clerical experience Patient counseling Phone call management Clean workspace maintenance Communication skills Entry level Family medicine Account reconciliation Full Job Description Join Arches Medical as a Portuguese Speaking Medical Assistant/Receptionist in East Providence Join the frontlines of today's healthcare transformation Why Arches Medical? At Arches Medical, we're redefining how primary care is delivered. By partnering with leading physicians and focusing on integrated, patient-centered care, we're creating healthcare that is timely, well-coordinated, and value-based. We're seeking team members who share our commitment to excellence Could this be you? The Medical Assistant/Receptionist plays a dual role in supporting the delivery of exceptional patient care and ensuring smooth practice operations. This position is evenly split between clinical responsibilities as a Medical Assistant and front-desk responsibilities as a Receptionist and will be deployed daily based on practice needs. They are responsible for providing patient support and communication and facilitating an exceptional patient experience to build and reinforce satisfaction, trust and drive organizational loyalty. Core Responsibilities Medical Assistant Duties Prepares patients for examination using Arches Medical Rooming Guidelines. Prepares and administers medications as directed by the Physician; performs basic laboratory tests, EKGs as ordered or indicated and suture removal and dressing changes. Performs medical histories, provides instruction to the patient regarding medications and diet, and authorizes prescription refills as directed. Greets patients and answers phones Prepares, cleans and maintains exam and treatment rooms, as well as supplies and equipment. Monitor controls of CLIA waived tests. Receptionist Duties Greet and check in patients and visitors in a professional, welcoming manner Answer incoming calls and respond to patient inquiries in a courteous and efficient way Performs demographic and insurance validation, informs patient of privacy policies and procedures; obtains copies of all required documents in the EMR Collects co-payments, reconciliation charges and outstanding balances upon Check-In Assists with administrative tasks, including filing, faxing, and scanning documents Collaborate with medical staff to ensure efficient patient flow Maintain a clean and organized reception and waiting area Performs additional ad hoc duties as assigned to support the needs of the practice Flexibility Requirements The position requires flexibility to cover shifts as either a Medical Assistant or Receptionist, depending on practice needs. Occasional travel to other Arches Medical locations within Rhode Island may be required.

Skills for success:

You work in a highly-collaborative, conscientious, forward-thinking environment that welcomes your experience and enables you to make a significant impact from Day 1 . We're looking for someone who is:

Self-motivated:

energetic, self-starter; can work autonomously with limited direction.

Results oriented:

bias for action; demonstrated track record of achievement; drive for attainment of superior outcomes.

Flexible:

ably navigates within ambiguity; solution-oriented.

Communication:

conveys thoughts and expresses ideas effectively both verbally and in writing; strong presentation skills.

Collaboration:

orientation to team-based work product and results.

Service:

Actively supports others, demonstrates an optimistic, can-do approach to issue resolution.

Humility:

low ego; engenders trust; respectful.

Qualifications and Experience:

Previous experience as a Medical Assistant preferred Must have current BLS certification for healthcare providers through American Heart Association or Red Cross Must have High School Diploma Experience in primary care, family practice, internal medicine, urgent care or ER preferred Portuguese speaking

Benefit:

Competitive salaries Medical, Dental and Vision benefits 401k program pre-tax savings with Health and Dependent care flexible saving account and on commuter expenses Generous paid time off Explore your future with Arches Medical today.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Pet insurance Vision insurance

Language:

Portuguese (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person