Medical Assistant Preceptor (Bilingual)

MISSION: To inspire health, wellbeing and humanity in our community, through all of life's stages.JOB SUMMARY: The Bilingual Medical Assistant & Clinical Preceptor will play a dual role within our medical team. As a Medical Assistant, this position will perform essential clinical and administrative duties to support the efficient operation of our patient-centered clinic. As a Clinical Preceptor, this role will be responsible for orienting, supervising, and teaching students in the medical assistant program, providing hands-on training, and helping students develop the necessaryskills for entry-level roles in healthcare. This position requires someone who is passionate about patient care, education, and creating a positive, engaging learning environment.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:As a Bilingual Medical Assistant:• Patient Interaction: Welcome patients, check their well-being, and report any issues or concerns to the provider.• Clinical Responsibilities: Collect medical histories, conduct basic lab tests (e.g., blood draws), perform routine tests (EKGs, vision/hearing exams, spirometry), and assist providers during exams and procedures.• Patient Education: Explain treatment plans, medication instructions, and dietary recommendations.• Lab and Specimen Management: Ensure proper preparation, labeling, and storage of lab samples, as well as coordination with the laboratory for specimen pickup.• Administrative Support: Schedule appointments, Medication Prior authorizations, coordinate referrals, and ensures insurance information accurate, medical records updates, Review and address all jellybeans per Tepeyac's guideline in eClinical Works (EMR).• Environmental Management: Maintain a clean, safe clinic environment, ensuring exam rooms are stocked with medical supplies and instruments are sterilized as required.• General Clinic Support: Assist with patient transportation coordination, answering phones, and general office duties as needed. Arrange for hospital admissions, specialty care and laboratory services• Patient Interpretation: May assist with interpretation services as needed for Spanish-speaking patients.As a Clinical Preceptor:• Student Supervision: Guide and supervise medical assistant students during their clinical rotations, ensuring safe practice and supporting their learning.• Hands-On Training: Provide direct instruction and feedback on clinical skills, ensuring students understand and can perform essential medical assistant duties.• Collaboration: Work with the Work-Based Learning and Practice Manager to ensure students meet clinical learning objectives.• Performance Evaluation: Track students' clinical progress, offer feedback, and provide guidance on areas for improvement.• Curriculum Support: Review the assigned curriculum with students, offering practical insights to enhance their learning.• Student Development: Foster a positive, supportive learning environment by mentoring and encouraging students, offering additional tutoring when necessary.• Clinical Scheduling: Collaborate with students and clinical leads to create and manage clinical schedules that meet training requirements.OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:• Attend required internal meetings, training, and events.• Other duties as assigned.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Minimum Education & Experience: • High School diploma or GED required.• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program.• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA) preferred.• At least one year of experience in community healthcare or a multi-group health center setting preferred.• Minimum of five years of relevant healthcare experience for Clinical Preceptor role.• Experience teaching or mentoring students preferred but not required.• Oral and written fluency in both English and Spanish is required.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Clinical Proficiency: Strong understanding of medical terminology, lab procedures, and clinical practices.• Effective Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with patients, team members, and students.• Education: Ability to explain complex concepts in an understandable and supportive manner.• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy clinic.• Technology: Proficiency in eClinical Works (EMR), Microsoft Office, and standard office equipment.• Flexibility: Ability to adapt to changing clinic needs and student schedules.• Student Mentorship: Passion for teaching and a strong commitment to student development in a clinical environment.• Cultural Competence: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals of diverse races, ethnicities, ages, and sexual orientations in a multicultural environment.• Advocacy: Strong initiative and passion to advocate for and provide healthcare to underserved populations.Physical Demands:• Regular sitting, standing, and walking throughout the clinic.• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and perform clinical tasks requiring manual dexterity.• Must be able to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends for student supervision.Pay and Benefits: Tepeyac Community Health Center offers a full compensation package to all full-time employees. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, a 401k, disability insurance paid for by Tepeyac, eight paid holidays, approximately four weeks of paid time off each year and over a week of sick time. This position is 40hrs/wk with an hourly rateof $25. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00am - 5:00pm with an hour for lunch. The clinic is also open on Saturdays from 8:00am - 12:00pm. The MA team rotates through the Saturday schedule, so each person works one or two Saturdays a month and then has a half day off the following week.Vaccinations: As required by Colorado's CMS Vaccine Mandate, all Tepeyac Community Health Center employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to the requirements of the American with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq..), Title VII of the Civil Rights Act (42 U.S.C. § 2000e et seq.), the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (C.R.S. § 24-34-401 et seq.), and any other relevant federal or State law. As such, all persons offered a position will be required to provide valid proof of vaccination prior to starting employment.

Created: 2025-02-17