Medical Assistant - Spanish Bilingual

Open Door Care Network is seeking a Bilingual Medical Assistant for its Ossining, NY location.

Responsibilities

• Performs and accurately records patient chief complaints, medical history, screening tests, vital signs, vision and hearing screenings, EKG, and spirometry for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Assists providers with examinations and diagnostic or therapeutic procedures
• Reinforces patient education provided by clinical staff
• Performs medical clerical tasks such as patient registration, appointment scheduling, check-in and check-out, cash collection, claims creation, preparing clinic schedules, and retrieving medical records
• Maintains strict confidentiality of printed and electronic patient information in compliance with privacy laws and regulations
• Ensures protection of sensitive information from unauthorized access or disclosure
• Maintains effective patient-technician relationships
• If designated, completes required training and certification for biohazardous waste removal prior to performing the task
• Demonstrates patient-centered care through empathy, active listening, and effective communication
• Documents necessary information in the electronic medical record, including referrals and medical forms
• Ensures all clinical documentation is completed in the electronic medical record before the end of the business day in compliance with TJC standards
• Participates in patient counseling and education related to primary care, including HIV/STD prevention and treatment, health maintenance, prenatal care, and family planning
• Performs basic laboratory procedures such as rapid strep tests, urinalysis, pregnancy testing, hemoglobin A1C, blood glucose monitoring, and venipuncture.
• Records and reports lab results accurately and maintains laboratory instruments according to training and competency guidelines
• Collects and labels laboratory specimens including blood, stool, and urine samples

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Accredited Medical Assistant Certificate required
• Bilingual English/Spanish required
• 12 years of Medical Assistant experience preferred
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Passion for serving underserved communities

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) and 401(k) retirement plans
• Generous paid time off
• Educational assistance
• Onsite wellness facilities
• $750 quarterly retention bonus

At Open Door, we believe in a team-based, patient-centered workplace and are committed to improving the health of the communities we serve.

Apply today and help make a difference in the lives of thousands of patients.

Open Door Care Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.