Medical Administrative Assistant (Spanish) - MAAS25-19630

Pay Rate: $21.25/Hour

Job Description

We are seeking a Medical Administrative Assistant (Spanish-speaking) for a contract position at a reputable medical facility in New York, NY. This role provides both secretarial and clinical support to physicians and surgeons while ensuring the delivery of quality patient care.

Responsibilities:

• Schedule patient appointments and coordinate physician schedules.
• Take detailed clinical phone messages for physicians or advanced healthcare providers.
• Obtain insurance authorizations for procedures and tests.
• Enter orders into the electronic medical record (EMR) system and process prescription refill requests.
• Maintain logging systems for tracking test results.
• Assist in medical chart management and ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Schedule surgeries/procedures and coordinate pre-admission requirements.
• If qualified, perform Medical Assistant duties, including venipuncture, EKGs, patient assistance, specimen collection, and vital signs monitoring.
• Assist physicians with various procedures and relay instructions to patients and families.
• Prepare and manage physician correspondence, surgical billing documents, and office schedules.
• Help direct patient flow and support revenue cycle processes.
• May perform medical scribe responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of related experience in a healthcare setting.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) required if performing clinical duties.
• Proficiency in medical terminology and HIPAA guidelines.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) and/or billing systems is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes.

Education:

• Associate’s Degree or High School Diploma/GED plus two years of related experience.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program if performing clinical duties.

Certifications & Licenses:

• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) Certification required.

Languages:

• Fluency in English and Spanish is required.