Medical Assistant (Spanish Speaking)

THE COMPANY

University Vascular Associates (“UVA”) is a medical practice with multiple interventionalists practicing out of several locations throughout the Greater Los Angeles Area. In addition to seeing patients in a standard office and hospital setting, some practices also include in-office Angiosuites where physicians can perform minimally invasive vascular procedures in a highly efficient and safe setting.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Front- and back-office

• Answer phone calls and triage calls to appropriate personnel.
• Provide administrative support to physicians and staff.
• Schedule office visits and ultrasound labs.
• Register new patients and update all relevant patient information, demographic and clinical into EMR system (eClinicalWorks).
• Verify patient’s insurance information and obtain authorizations where applicable.
• Check in patients, and process co-pay collection.
• Escort patients into rooms, and take vital signs (blood pressure, height/weight, etc).
• Facilitate patient flow by notifying physicians of patients’ arrival, being aware of delays, and communicating with patients and clinical staff.
• Train with physicians to provide medical services, such as drain removals and suture removals.
• Stock patient examination rooms and hallways with supplies and help maintain cleanliness.
• Protect patient privacy and maintain HIPAA standards.

Requirements

• Must be Spanish speaking
• One year of Medical Assistant experience preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to Relocate:

• Inglewood, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person