Medical Assistant: Clinical Support (28-Week Contract)

Sutter Health; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutter Health is seeking a limited-term Medical Assistant to support clinicians and the patient care team. The role combines front-office and back-office duties, ensuring patient flow and accurate clinical documentation within the care team.

HS diploma or GED plus MA program diploma and 160-hour externship are required, with BLS certification. The position is full-time with 40 hours weekly and rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of Medical Assistant program (diploma within 90 days).
• Completion of MA externship (160 hours).
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care team.
• Assist in delivery of high-quality patient care and clinical workflows.
• Perform back-office tasks and patient-related duties under clinician direction.
• Explain information clearly to diverse audiences and coordinate patient care.

Skills

Vital signs

Exam preparation

Injections

Data interpretation

Communication

Time management

EHR/Office software

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Medical Assistant program diploma

MA externship 160 hours

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR systems

Job description

Sutter Health is seeking a limited-term Medical Assistant to support clinicians and the patient care team. The role combines front-office and back-office duties, ensuring patient flow and accurate clinical documentation within the care team.

HS diploma or GED plus MA program diploma and 160-hour externship are required, with BLS certification. The position is full-time with 40 hours weekly and rotating weekends.