Job Title: Medical Assistant – Spanish
Location: Hillside, IL
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 9 Weeks
Shift & Schedule: Day Shift | Monday–Friday | 40 Hours per Week
Daily Lunch Break: 12:00 PM–12:30 PM
Local Candidates Required: Yes
Traveler Candidates Required: Yes
Daily Schedule
Monday: 6:30 AM–3:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Friday: 6:30 AM–3:00 PM
Pay Rate: $22–$24/hr
Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Spanish-speaking Medical Assistant to support front- and back-office clinic operations, perform clinical procedures, maintain patient records, and assist with patient education and outreach.
Responsibilities
Greet patients, schedule appointments, and answer phone calls.
Assist with front- and back-office clinical operations.
Room patients, obtain medical histories, and record vital signs.
Perform blood draws and venipuncture.
Conduct EKGs and point-of-care (POC) testing.
Administer vaccines and provide additional clinical support as needed.
Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Support daily clinic operations and ensure efficient patient flow.
Assist with patient education and outreach initiatives focused on population health management and health risk reduction.
Communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking patients.
Collaborate with healthcare providers and clinic staff to ensure quality patient care.
Maintain high standards of patient service, safety, and confidentiality.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 1 year of Medical Assistant experience beyond externship.
Experience with phlebotomy, venipuncture, and EMR systems.
Front- and back-office experience.
Experience with EKGs, point-of-care (POC) testing, patient scheduling, rooming, and vital signs.
Spanish-speaking proficiency.
Current BLS or CPR certification.
Strong communication, attention to detail, and computer skills.
Ability to support patient education, outreach, population health initiatives, and health risk reduction.
Preferred Qualifications
2–3 years of Medical Assistant experience.
Medical Assistant certification.