Medical Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career growth

Supportive team

Leading healthcare organization

Make a difference

Job summary

Sutter Health in Oakland seeks compassionate Medical Assistants to join our East Bay team. You will provide patient-focused care, support clinical workflows, and work in a fast-paced hospital setting with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications include a HS diploma or GED, CA Medical Board-approved MA training, or Sutter Health on-the-job training. BLS is required; 1 year of relevant experience preferred.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of CA Medical Board-approved Medical Assistant program or diploma within 90 days.
• Sutter Health on-the-job training equivalent to one year accepted.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and prepare patients for examination.
• Administer injections as trained and required.
• Demonstrate competent Medical Assistant skills in routine procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Medical terminology

Vital signs

EHR

Time management

Team collaboration

Data interpretation

Education

HS Diploma or GED

California Medical Assistants program or equivalent per CA Medical Board

On-the-job training by Sutter Health (one year)

Tools

MS Office & EHR

Job description

Position Overview:

Join Sutter Health as a Medical Assistant!

Looking for your next career opportunity in healthcare?

Sutter Health is seeking compassionate, patient-focused Medical Assistants to join our growing team in the East Bay area.

Why Join Sutter Health?

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Supportive team environment
• Work for one of California's leading healthcare organizations
• Make a difference in patients' lives every day

We're Looking for Candidates Who:

• Demonstrate excellent patient care and communication skills
• Thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Are committed to providing exceptional service

Additional Requirements:

EDUCATION:

• HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Other: Completion of a course of study consistent with the requirements for Medical Assistants as specified by the Medical Board of California. (Must present diploma within 90 days)
• OR Completion of Sutter Health on-the-job training in medical assisting equivalent to one year

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 1 year of recent relevant experience.

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 deadlines.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and electronic health record (EHR).
• Ability to
• -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 collaborate 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: Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements: Rotating Weekends

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 compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers 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.