Medical Assistant

Sutter Health; Castro Valley (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Sutter Health SEBMF-East Bay Medical Foundation seeks a full-time Medical Assistant to support providers and care teams in a fast-paced outpatient setting. You will perform back-office tasks, assist with exam preparation, vital signs, injections, charting, and patient education, under clinician supervision.

Responsibilities include coordinating patient flow, documentation, and ensuring adherence to medical plans.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED or equivalent education/experience
• Completion of MA course per CA Medical Board requirements
• Or equivalent Sutter Health training program.

Responsibilities

• Provides back office and patient-related tasks to support care delivery.
• Maintains patient workflow and assists in implementing medical plans.
• Interacts with patients and families with professional communication.

Skills

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Patient interaction

Time management

Teamwork

MS Office

Data interpretation

Education

HS Diploma

Medical Assistants course (CA requirements)

Sutter Health training program

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

SEBMF-East Bay Medical Foundation

Position Overview

Provides clinical and clerical support to providers and members of the patient care team(s) by performing a variety of back office and patient-related tasks supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care. Helps ensure smooth patient and workflow within the department and assists the patient care team in implementing the medical plan of care. Integrates education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. Performs all duties under the direction of a clinician.

Job Description

Education

• HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) or equivalent education/experience
• Other: Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California.
• OR Other: Equivalent Sutter Health training program.

Certification & Licensure

• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Skills And Knowledge

• General knowledge of various medical procedures, views, and equipment.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Competent and validated in basic Medical Assisting skills such as taking vital signs, preparing patients for exam, and administering injections.
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

8

Days Of The Week

Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Weekend Requirements

None

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $33.66 to $47.12 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.