BILINGUAL PEDIATRIC MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Job Description Job Description Benefits/Perks Competitive Compensation Great Work Environment Career Advancement Opportunities Job Summary We are seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team! As a Medical Assistant, you will be preparing for each patient visit by preparing charts and pulling notes before their arrival, providing routine support alongside nurses and medical staff, and assisting with keeping track of tests and lab reporting to ensure everything arrives on time and the patient is kept informed on their condition and care. You will also be helping manage the inventory of medical supplies, setting up machines and testing equipment, and cleaning instruments and rooms as needed. The ideal candidate has strong customer service skills, an interest in learning more about a working medical environment, and has previous office experience. Responsibilities Prepare for the patient visit, including pulling charts and notes, as well as setting up medical equipment Answer phones and field questions about medical issues, identifying visit needs Assist nurses and doctors with basic medical care and procedures Track lab results, call in prescriptions, and handle basic medical office duties Greeting and checking patients in and out of the clinic in a friendly and efficient way Answering multi-phone lines, faxing and scanning documentation Scheduling and confirming appointments Obtaining and verifying patient insurance Collecting and posting co-payments, deductibles, and patient balances. Support clinical and office staff with other clerical duties Will cross-trained in other areas to meet the needs of the clinic. Qualifications BLS Certification or Certified Medical Assistant desired Excellent customer service skills Strong attention to detail Bi-Lingual: English and Portuguese desirable.