Medical Assistant Primary Care

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Irving, TX, US

Salary Range: $14.00 To $16.00 Hourly

Medical Assistant (Bilingual Spanish-English) – DFW Clinic

$
14. 00–$16.00 per hour
, depending on experience and qualifications

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

Monday–Friday

Location:

Irving, TX (DFW area)

Medical Specialty:
Primary Care

We are seeking a qualified, bilingual Spanish-English Medical Assistant to join our primary care clinic in Irving, Texas. This position is ideal for a candidate with Medical Assistant experience who is proficient in both Spanish and English and can facilitate clear, accurate communication between Spanish-speaking patients and healthcare providers.

The primary responsibility of this role is to provide Spanish-English interpretation during patient visits. When interpretation is not needed, the Medical Assistant will assist with front-office and back-office clinical duties to support efficient clinic operations and deliver excellent patient care. Candidates must demonstrate strong spoken proficiency in both languages, familiarity with medical terminology, accurate interpretation skills, and a thorough understanding of patient confidentiality.

Applicants must currently reside in the Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) area.

• Facilitate communication between Spanish-speaking patients and English-speaking healthcare providers during patient visits.
• Interpret patient questions, symptoms, medical histories, provider instructions, and other healthcare-related information accurately and completely.
• Use appropriate medical terminology in both Spanish and English to support clear communication.
• Maintain neutrality and accuracy when interpreting, without omitting, changing, or adding information.
• Ask for clarification when medical terminology or information is unclear.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA requirements and clinic policies.
• Help create a comfortable, respectful, and supportive environment for Spanish-speaking patients.
• Prioritize interpretation needs over other assigned duties whenever interpretation assistance is required.

When interpretation is not needed, assist with the following responsibilities:

• Interview patients and document basic medical histories.
• Measure and document vital signs in patient charts.
• Prepare examination rooms and assist with clinical preparation.
• Assist healthcare providers during medical examinations as needed.
• Support patient rooming, checkout, and other routine clinical workflows.
  
  Triage patient calls and route concerns to the appropriate clinical personnel according to established protocols.

• Schedule appointments and coordinate referrals.
• Process referral authorizations and related documentation.
• Send prescriptions electronically or by fax as authorized and permitted by clinic procedures.
• Prepare and distribute correspondence, forms, memos, and other office documentation.
  
  Maintain accurate patient records and support daily clinic operations.

When applicable and when interpretation and clinic duties are covered, assist with:

• Managing home laboratory testing kits and related coordination.
• Supporting accounts receivable and accounts payable processes and maintaining financial records.
• Reviewing and processing patient credit card chargebacks in accordance with established procedures.
• Performing other…