Medical Admin Assistant & Interpreter

Medical Admin Assistant & Interpreter

Full Time Wendover, UT, US

Salary: $17.36 – $21.71 per hour

Job Summary

An administrative medical assistant is responsible for maintaining the administrative and clerical tasks for providers and other medical staff in the clinic. They keep the office running smoothly and serve as an essential link between providers and patients. The role also includes interpreting in various settings, such as patient visits, pharmacy consultations, and telephone encounters.

Reports to:

Medical Support Staff Manager

Department:

Medical Support Staff Services

Business Unit:

Sacred Circle Medical – Ancillary Services

Work Schedule

To Be Determined with availability from 7:45 am to 8:30 pm Monday through Friday. Evening and weekend work may be required as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreter services as requested by medical staff.
• Interpret medical and regular terminology accurately and in a culturally sensitive manner.
• Assist with translating medical documents, forms, and patient education materials as needed.
• Assist patients with initial paperwork.
• Conduct interviews with patients to gather medical history and conditions.
• File health‑care documents appropriately in the patient’s file (e.g., immunizations).
• Update and maintain patients’ health records.
• Answer patients’ queries and ensure quality customer service.
• Collaborate with providers and nurses to help with medical examinations and schedule tests.
• Facilitate effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers in both verbal and written form.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience

One or more years of hands‑on patient care (e.g., MA, CNA, Scribe) and one or more years of administrative experience.

Certifications / Licenses

• Certification as a Medical Interpreter (e.g., CCHI, NBCMI)
• CPR Certification
• Medical Assistant Certification or Medical Administrative Assistant Certificate (Preferred)

Preferred

• Spanish speaker.
• Experience working with the Native American community.
• Attended an accredited medical assisting program.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Knowledge about electronic medical records and medical coding.
• Knowledge of basic medical procedures.
• Written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Decision‑making, problem‑solving, and time‑management skills.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and computers.
• Ability to read and understand electronic medical records.
• Attention to detail.
• Multitasking ability.
• Ability to follow clinic protocols.
• Ability to perform administrative functions.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Healthcare coverage for you and your family
• Generous PTO, paid holidays and floating holidays (prorated for part‑time employees)
• Retirement matching to invest in your future
• Colleagues that are unparalleled
• A culture that is second to none

Sacred Circle Healthcare/Confederated Tribes of the Goshute Reservation gives preference to qualified American Indian/Alaskan Native applicants.

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