Medical Assistant - Royal Palm Beach & Delray Beach- Bilingual Spanish
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$38 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Delray Beach, Florida |
About this job
Job Description
Center for Bone & Joint Surgery of the Palm Beaches is a multi-location medical practice devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of injuries and diseases of the body's musculoskeletal system. Our locations feature a staff of highly trained orthopedic surgeons, each with a specific area of expertise.
Center for Bone & Joint Surgery of the Palm Beaches offers a team approach to your care and provides a variety of services right on campus designed for your convenience and ensuring an outstanding continuum of care. These include on-site X-ray, on-site MRI, on-site physical therapy, and aquatic therapy.
As Center for Bone & Joint Surgery continues to grow, we are seeking a qualified and motivated Bilingual (Spanish) Medical Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume clinic environment, demonstrates a strong interest in orthopedic care (experience preferred), is committed to long-term employment, and is available to start in mid-July, and is willing to travel to our Delray Beach office once per week (Thursdays).
Please review the essential functions and requirements for this role below.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Patient Care Coordination
- Facilitate effective communication between patients and providers during clinical care.
- Collect and relay pertinent patient information to the provider.
- Receive, interpret, and act on provider directives accurately and promptly.
Patient Preparation & Clinical Support
- Prepare patients for provider visits, including:
- Rooming patients
- Obtaining and documenting vital signs
- Reviewing intake paperwork
- Accessing radiology images
- Removing dressings
- Setting up procedures and preparing injections
- Performing accurate data entry in the EMR system
Administrative & Documentation Duties
- Complete tasks related to company initiatives, including Patient-Reported Outcomes (PROs) and Quality Payment Programs.
- Prepare and review patient electronic charts prior to the date of service.
- Verify that all outstanding test results are documented in the EMR.
- Confirm patient appropriateness (e.g., body part, insurance coverage) and note any required imaging, DME, or casting prior to the visit.
- Scan clinical documentation into the EMR system.
- Print daily clinic schedules on the morning of service.
- Manage assigned providers’ EMR desktops in a timely and organized manner.
Patient Support & Communication
- Assist providers with preparing prescriptions and completing patient-related forms (e.g., work release, FMLA).
- Retrieve and respond to voicemails within 24 business hours, ensuring actions are documented in the EMR.
- Ensure patients receive education as directed by the provider.
- Promote a positive and professional patient experience at all times.
Clinical Environment & Compliance
- Maintain exam room standards, including restocking at the end of each clinic day.
- Ensure rooms and exam tables are cleaned throughout the day and at closing.
- Monitor and replace biohazard and sharps containers as needed.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
- Ensure strict compliance with HIPAA regulations and confidentiality standards.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working in a high-volume clinical environment
- Must be Bilingual Spanish
- Orthopedic experience strongly preferred
- Demonstrated commitment to long-term employment
- Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
- Availability to begin employment in mid-July
- Willingness and ability to travel to the Delray Beach office once per week
BENEFITS
At Center for Bone & Joint Surgery, we are committed to supporting our employees’ well-being so they can perform at their best. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to promote health, financial security, and work-life balance, and includes:
- Competitive Health & Welfare benefits
- Monthly $43 stipend applicable toward ancillary benefit offerings
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with qualifying High-Deductible Health Plans (HDHP), including employer contributions
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing 24/7 confidential support services
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays, with offices closed on most major holidays
- Predictable scheduling, with no evening or weekend hours
Additional offerings include:
- Mileage reimbursement, where applicable
- and more...
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