Bilingual Administrative Medical Assistant

Company Overview
The mission of Grant A Gift Autism Foundation – Ackerman Center is to provide comprehensive clinical services, resources, education, research, and advocacy for individuals and families living with autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions.

Overview
We are seeking a Bilingual Administrative Medical Assistant to join our compassionate team. This energetic role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with autism by providing exceptional administrative support within our community-focused organization. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both English and Spanish, possess strong medical administrative skills, and have experience working in diverse healthcare settings.

Duties

• · Collaborate with healthcare staff to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Prepare patients for exams, take vital signs, update charts, and record medical history.
• Set up and sanitize exam rooms; dispose of contaminated materials.
• Schedule follow-up appointments.
• Handle phone calls, patient inquiries, and message relays.
• Process prescription refills and secure prior authorizations.
• Submit requests for internal and external referrals.
• Manage inventory and stocking supplies.
• Perform clerical tasks like filing, copying, and faxing.
• Translate and interpret for medical providers and patients during appointments.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• · High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a certified medical assistant program.
• Current certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or the ability to obtain the designation within 90 days of employment.· Proficient in EHR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, pharmacology, and office procedures.
• Familiar with HIPAA, CLIA, and OSHA regulations.
• Understanding of sterilization, disinfection, and medical assistant best practices.
• Skilled in-patient communication, data collection, and problem-solving.
• Able to interpret safety rules, manuals, and procedures.
• Strong verbal, written, and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of safety practices and response to workplace hazards.
• Ability to apply medical assistant techniques for patient care.
• Detail-oriented with one year of experience in an administrative setting.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.

Physical Requirements

• May include standing, sitting, and/or walking for extended periods
• May include performing repetitive tasks
• May include working on a special schedule (i.e. evenings and weekends with clients)
• May include working with challenging patients and clients
• May include lifting up to 25 pounds
• Ability to use logic reasoning for simple and complex problem solving.
• Occasionally requires exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids.

Join us in making a difference! This position offers an inspiring environment where your skills directly impact the well-being of individuals with autism and their families. If you are energetic, detail-oriented, bilingual in English and Spanish, and passionate about healthcare and community support services—apply today to become part of our mission-driven team!

Pay: $18.89 - $19.91 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience performing the administrative duties of a Medical Assistant, including scheduling appointments, checking patients in and out, managing electronic medical records (EMR), verifying insurance, handling referrals, answering phones, and maintaining patient documentation? (Yes/No)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

• CMA or RMA (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $20