Medical Assistant

**Job Title:** Bilingual Medical Assistant (Spanish/English) **Job Summary:** Clinica Medica Integral is seeking a compassionate, detail\-oriented **Bilingual Medical Assistant** fluent in **Spanish and English** to join our patient\-centered healthcare team. This role is essential in delivering high\-quality care and ensuring effective communication between providers and our diverse patient population. **Key Responsibilities:** **Clinical Duties:** * Prepare exam rooms and assist physicians with examinations and procedures * Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints * Administer injections * Perform EKGs, collect lab specimens, conduct basic CLIA\-waived testing, and one moderately complex (CBC) test. * Prepare patients for procedures and provide instructions for treatment or follow\-up care. * Maintain accurate and up\-to\-date patient records in the EHR system, and scan results into system. * Dispense in\-house medicines to patient **Administrative Duties:** * Greet and check in patients, verify insurance, and collect payments. * Schedule appointments, manage referrals, and handle prior authorizations * Answer phones, respond to patient inquiries, and relay messages to clinical staff * Support front desk operations as needed. **Language \& Communication:** * Translate medical information, consent forms, and instructions accurately * Ensure patients understand diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow\-up instructions **Qualifications:** * **Fluency in both Spanish and English** (spoken and written) required * High school diploma or equivalent; completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred * Certification (CMA, RMA, CCMA) strongly preferred but not required * 1\+ years of experience in a clinical or outpatient setting is a plus * Proficient in electronic health records (EHR); experience with \[MicroMD (PM, EMR) e.g., eClinicalWorks, Epic] is a plus * Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and multitasking skills * Cultural competence and a commitment to serving a diverse patient population **Work Environment \& Physical Requirements:** * Fast\-paced clinical setting * Frequent standing, walking, and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds * Ability to wear PPE and follow infection control protocols **Benefits:** * Competitive pay based on experience * Paid time off and selected holidays * Opportunities for professional development and training **How to Apply:** Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to cmid.bessemer.info@gmail.com. Job Types: Full\-time, Part\-time Pay: $15\.00 \- $17\.00 per hour Benefits: * Paid time off Language: * fluent spanish? (Required) Work Location: In person