Medical Assistant Endocrinology

Sutter Health; Fremont (CA); Sur place; USD 46 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

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Benefits

Résumé du poste

Sutter Health in Fremont, CA is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and clerical support to the patient care team. You will help implement the medical plan of care and ensure smooth patient flow in a busy department.

The role requires completing a Medical Assistant program, MA externship, and BLS certification, with at least 1 year of recent relevant experience. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED and graduation from a Medical Assistant program.
• Completion of MA externship (160 hours) verified on MA school site.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification.
• 1 year of recent relevant experience.

Responsabilités

• Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care teams.
• Assist in implementing the medical plan of care and coordinating workflow.
• Interact with patients and families to support education and cooperation.
• Maintain accurate documentation and assist with exams and procedures.

Connaissances

Medical terminology

Vital signs

Patient interaction

Time management

EHR proficiency

Formation

HS Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program

MA externship (160 h)

BLS Certification

Description du poste

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

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation ALD

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:

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).

EDUCATION:

HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

Other: Graduate of a Medical Assistant program (Must present diploma within 90 days)

Completion of Medical Assistant externship (160 hours), verified on the MA school website

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.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:

See required physical demands, mental components, visual activities & working conditions at the following link: Job Requirement (https://sutterhealth.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/JobAnalysisLibrary/EZxFBxMvijRJlcYhNunL768BLbfuQg-qM5TANf93ojyTdw?e=aDU35p)

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

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.