Medical Assistant - Russian

Medical Assistant - Sacramento, CA

Compensation: $20 - $25 hourly DOE

Employment Type: Part-time to Full-time Hours

Overview: Nexus HR is looking for a Medical Assistant (Russian Speaking) to start as part-time with potential to become a full-time employee. This role is ideal for a bilingual professional who is passionate about patient care and experienced in supporting clinical operations within a specialty practice.

About the Job

This position is for a client-based pain management clinic located in Sacramento, California. The Medical Assistant will support physicians and clinical staff in both administrative and hands-on patient care tasks within an outpatient setting. Responsibilities include assisting during patient visits, taking vital signs, documenting medical information, and helping coordinate treatment plans. The ideal candidate is fluent in Russian and English and has experience working in a fast-paced clinical environment, preferably within pain management or a related specialty.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist providers during patient examinations, procedures, and treatments related to pain management.

• Obtain and record patient vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints in the EHR system.

• Prepare patients for procedures such as injections, trigger point therapy, or other interventional pain treatments.

• Administer medications and injections as directed and within the scope of practice

• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records documentation

• Coordinate patient flow, scheduling, and follow-up appointments

• Provide patient education regarding pain management plans, medications, and post-procedure care

• Ensure exam rooms are stocked, cleaned, and properly prepared

• Assist with prior authorizations, referrals, and insurance documentation as needed

• Follow all clinic policies, safety standards, and HIPAA regulations

Qualifications:

• 1–3 years of experience as a Medical Assistant preferred, ideally in pain management, orthopedics, neurology, or a specialty outpatient clinic

• Completion of a Medical Assistant training program preferred

• Holds an active CPR/BLS certification

• Clinical support in outpatient settings

• Ability to take vital signs and document patient information accurately

• EMR/EHR system experience

• Strong patient communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to assist with in-office procedures and patient intake

• Basic understanding of medical terminology and clinical workflows

• Familiarity with chronic pain conditions and pain management treatment processes preferred

• Knowledge of HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality standards

• Must be fluent in Russian and English (required)

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States